Historic City Hall Announces Upcoming Exhibit: Lake Area Music: Roots, Rhythms, and Resonance
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LAKE CHARLES, La (press release) – Historic City Hall Arts & Cultural Center announced Lake Area Music: Roots, Rhythms, and Resonance, an immersive exhibition opening on Friday, May 23. Historic City Hall shares the exhibit will explore the rich musical heritage of the Lake Area, showcasing the region’s deep-rooted sounds across genres like Zydeco, Cajun, Country, Jazz, and Rock ‘n’ Roll.
Through a captivating collection of photographs, instruments, artifacts, and interactive audio experiences, visitors will journey through the rhythms that have shaped Southwest Louisiana’s cultural identity.
As part of this special exhibition, Historic City Hall is calling on the community to contribute historical items that help tell the story of the area’s music legacy. Residents, musicians, and collectors are encouraged to submit:
- Vintage photographs of local musicians, venues, and performances
- Musical instruments and memorabilia
- Historic recordings, posters, or concert flyers
- Personal stories or written histories about the local music scene
“These contributions will help bring this exhibit to life, ensuring that the stories of our musical legends and traditions are preserved for future generations,” said Payton Dodds, director of Cultural Affairs for the City of Lake Charles in a release about the exhibition.
Those interested in submitting materials can complete the form linked here https://forms.gle/d3af7vBoxo4med8f6 OR contact artsandculture@cityoflc.us for more information. Submissions will be accepted through Friday, May 9.
