Jeanerette Museum to host 40th anniversary celebration

The Jeanerette Bicentennial Museum will be celebrating its 40th anniversary during a special event at 2 p.m. July 10 at the museum located at 500 E. Main St. in Jeanerette. The museum originally opened July 4, 1976, during the bicentennial celebration of the United States.
The museum’s founding members were Ronald LeMaire, Dr. Kennel Brown, Luna Hebert, Hazel Guillotte, Florence Rideaux, Teletha Duchane, Irene Bienvenu, Alice Jenkins, Anna Joyce Breaux, Rosemary Patout, Walter Ragan and Mayor Arthur Lee Verret.
The museum was formed through the support of the entire community since its early beginnings, according to the museum’s news release.
“The museum has grown significantly since it first opened for public tours,” said Gail Garcia, chairman of the Jeanerette Museum board of directors. “Because of the dedication of its founding members and the support of the community, we have a wonderful museum that is treasured by all. Visitors from all over the world have noticed just how special our community and those around us are after a visit to the museum.”
The anniversary celebration will feature music by the 5 O’Clock Shadows.
This family-friendly event is free and open to the public. No pets or ice chests allowed.
For information about the museum or the celebration visit online at www.jeanerette museum.com or email jeanerettemuseum@yahoo.com, or call 337-276-4408 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesdays through Fridays.