A woman holds a small American flag over her mouth, partially covering her lips, which show a tattoo-like pattern. She has light eyes, brown hair, and wears a ring on her finger.

Louisiana French: Myths and Movements

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October 14, 2018

The Hilliard University Art Museum is pleased to once again be partnering with Festivals Acadiens et Créoles on an exhibition celebrating life and culture in Louisiana.

Louisiana French : Myths and Movements

Exhibition curated by CODOFIL – the Council for the Development of French in Louisiana

French is not a foreign language in Louisiana. Since 1968, CODOFIL has worked towards a singular objective: “to do any and all things necessary to accomplish the development, utilization, and preservation of the French language as found in Louisiana for the cultural, economic and touristic benefit of the state.” This exhibition seeks to dispel misconceptions about Louisiana French and to highlight the progress made in the changing attitudes of the last half century. CODOFIL has gathered a mix of historical documents, videos, audio clips, and works of art to reveal a Louisiana francophonie that is alive and growing.