Louisiana’s economy has always had a complicated relationship with tariffs. From the booming sugar plantations of the 1800s to today’s steel and soybean industries navigating global trade wars, protective tariffs have shaped the state’s fortunes—for better or worse. As Donald Trump’s 2025 “Liberation Day” tariffs roll out nationwide, it’s worth looking back at how these […]
Ask five people in New Orleans the difference between Cajun and Creole, and you might get five different answers—some right, some wrong, and some deliciously in between. The truth? Distinct histories, cuisines, languages, and traditions shaped Cajun and Creole cultures, transforming Louisiana—and especially New Orleans—into one of the most diverse and flavorful places in America. […]
The City Archives and Special Collections of the New Orleans Public Library will host its second-annual GenFest on Friday, April 5, 2025, at Dillard University’s Professional School and Sciences Building (24 East Rd.). The event will bring together southeastern Louisiana’s top genealogical, preservation, cultural, and historical organizations for a one-day festival that celebrates heritage, family […]
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