NEW IBERIA, La. --- The Iberia Parish Convention and Visitors Bureau will offer free New Iberia Historic District guided walking tours on April 10, 2021 during the Books Along the Teche Literary Festival.
The 1.5 hour tours will feature local history and locations made famous in James Lee Burke’s Dave Robicheaux book series and films, including the Bayou Teche Museum, Books Along the Teche, Church Alley and George Rodrigue Pocket Parks, and more. Participants will check in at Victor’s Cafeteria (109 W. Main St.) for either the 9 a.m. or 3:30 p.m. tour.
The event is free of charge but registration is required due to COVID-19 restrictions. Participants should email their name, email address, and preferred time of tour to
techefest@gmail.com
Those who cannot make it on Saturday can explore on their own with the Iberia Parish Convention and Visitors Bureau's self-guided version of the tour. It is available at the Iberia Parish Welcome Center (2513 Hwy. 14, New Iberia) and can be downloaded at
IberiaTravel.com/James-Lee-Burke.
About the Festival:
With a focus on Great Southern Writers, the Books Along the Teche Literary Festival highlights Iberia Parish authors and others who write about the unique culture of Louisiana. Patrons will have the opportunity to explore the sights and sounds of Dave Robicheaux’s hometown as they stroll through New Iberia’s Historic District and attend one of several events celebrating our unique literary history, culture, and cuisine. Events include cooking demonstrations, a book fair, academic symposiums, receptions, music, live oak walk, children's activities, a reader’s theater and more.
The festival is an event of the Iberia Preservation Alliance, formed by Iberia Cultural Resources Association, Bayou Teche Museum, Shadows-on-the-Teche and the New Iberia Main Street Program.
A detailed schedule of events can be obtained on the festival's
website and
Facebook page.
All events and details are subject to change pending new Covid-19 restrictions. Necessary precautions will be taken to safeguard attendees and volunteers in line with federal and state guidelines.
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