This post, second in a series on Father Adrien Rouquette, will focus on his book of English-language poems, Wild Flowers, Sacred Poetry, which was inspired by Bayou Lacombe.
Spotlight on History: Father Adrien Rouquette, Part 1
The early life of Father Adrien Rouquette, poet, author and priest.
Research Corner: Bible Records
An introduction to bible records, and how to use library databases to access them.
Spotlight on History: Healing at Camp Hygeia, Part 2
Part two of a short history of Camp Hygeia, focusing on Clara Fromherz, "Angel of Hygeia".
Spotlight on History: Healing at Camp Hygeia, Part 1
A brief history of Camp Hygeia, a tuberculosis sanatorium located near Lacombe.
Summer Reading in Louisiana History
This summer, if you find yourself craving books with compelling stories and larger-than-life figures, you may want to do some reading in Louisiana history. The history of Louisiana is colorful, to put it lightly: full of out-sized egos, flashes of conflict, and incredible culture. In many cases, the truth of many historical Louisiana episodes would…
Research Spotlight: Records of Slavery in Louisiana
An overview of resources for genealogy research into enslaved people in Louisiana.
How to Be a Citizen Archivist from Home
Archives, libraries and museums need your help to transcribe their collections. Be a citizen archivist, and contribute to one of these 24 worthwhile projects.
Documenting the Effects of COVID-19 for Future Generations
We're in the midst of a historic moment, the likes of which has not been seen for over a hundred years. Although there are many things outside of our control in the present, we can take actions right now that have a positive effect on the future. One small way to make such a contribution…
The 1918 Influenza Pandemic in St. Tammany Parish: Part 2
Part two of a two-part series on the 1918 influenza pandemic in St. Tammany Parish.
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