Iberville Museu m's Monthly Newsletter

A Look Into Our Collection

Native American Artifacts found in Bayou Goula These tools belonged to the Bayogoula tribe that once inhabited the lands surrounding present day Bayou Goula. The term " Bayogoula" is Choctaw or Mobilian Jargon for “bayou people.” The Bayogoulas lived about a quarter of a mile from the west bank of the Mississippi River, on a small stream that provided the domestic water supply . As early as 1699, Bayougoula and Mugulasha hunters greeted Iberville and his men near present day Biloxi and led them back to their village. It was from here that the explorers went on to discover Baton Rouge and then later New Orleans. You can learn more about the Bayogoula tribe by visiting our People of Iberville exhibit!

News and Updates

Spring Tours This month we were visited by Country Travel Discoveries, a touring company out of Elm Grove, Wisconsin, bringing with them individuals from across the United States and the Ryan Elementary 3rd Graders! We are also looking forward to visiting with the St. John 3rd Graders later this week.

Discussing the history of Spanish Moss with students

Become Apart of Our Research Many of you have grown up with the Atchafalaya Basin, and we want you to tell us about it! If you or your family have or had a camp, houseboat, or home near the basin, come visit the museum and pin its location on our map!

"Coffee with the Curator," a new monthly series, where you can learn about the curator's current research, view artifacts you wouldn't normally see, or share your own research and knowledge of Iberville's history, will take place this Wednesday, March 28, 2018 at 10:00 A.M . Our curator, Meghan Sylvester, will share her research on the moss industry of Iberville Parish. You will also get a closer look at some of the objects that will be displayed in our coming exhibit on the Atchafalaya Basin.  You may RSVP by emailing us at [email protected] or calling (225) 687-7197 ‌

The Iberville Museum Association is always looking for able volunteers that may help our museum grow!  We offer opportunities to help with one-time projects or shifts per week. Whether helping with Visitor Services, Guiding Tours, Collections Management, Event Promotion and Organization, or Maintenance and Building, your contribution is greatly appreciated. To learn more about volunteering, contact our curator at [email protected] or gives us a call at (225) 687-7197. Volunteer

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