Banned in America

In honor of the First Amendment, the ACLU of Louisiana will host Shreveport’s 2nd public celebration of freedom of expression on Sunday, January 22 from 5pm-8pm. The “Banned in America” celebration will be held at The Philadelphia Center (2200 Centenary Blvd).  The event, free and open to the public, will feature readings, songs, poetry and [...]

13th Annual World Religion Day

Learn about world religions from the people who live them at the 13th Annual World Religion Day on Saturday, January 21st from 1pm-5pm at the Highland Center (520 Olive). The purpose of the event is “to foster world peace, harmony, and understanding. We will accomplish these goals through education and communication via exhibits and demonstrations [...]

“The Cosmic Series” Exhibit at Lilah’s

During the month of January “The Cosmic Series” by C.S. Ellington will be on display’s at Lilah’s Deli and Bakery (440 Olive). The artist describes the series as “flowers suspended in the delicate colors of natural space. Abstracts using some of the same palette. I like a painting that causes the eyes of the viewer [...]

Current Cultural Offerings in the Highland Area

Looking for some culture this holiday season? Look no further than the Highland area! The Meadows Museum (2911 Centenary Blvd) is currently featuring two exhibits: ”Species in Crisis: Endangered Flora” through December 31st and “The History and Collections of the Masur Museum of Art” through February 12. Visit the Meadows website at www.centenary.edu/meadows for for [...]

Highland Cultural District's 'Art from the Heart' Show & Sale

30 artists representing a cross section of talent that creates, shows and sells art in the historic Highland neighborhood of Shreveport will be part of the official kickoff of the state of Louisiana’s newest Cultural District. Tuesday, November 29 at 11 am, Gaye Hamilton, the Manager at the Louisiana Department of Culture, Recreation and Tourism, [...]

2011 Highland Jazz and Blues Fest

The best local and national musicians will converge on Columbia Park on Saturday, November 19th from 12pm to 5pm for Shreveport’s “party in the park”, the Highland Jazz and Blues Festival. The famous Preservation Hall Jazz Band is the headliner this year, along with Buddy Flett, Jazziana, David Egan, Fannin Street Players with Danny Wilder, Stiff Necked [...]

Byrd Drama Presents Little Women the Musical

The story that has captivated generations is now a emotion-packed musical! C.E. Byrd High School Drama Department presents Little Women the Musical from September 29 – October 1, 2011. Shows will be at 7:00 PM in the C.E. Byrd Auditorium (3201 Line Ave); tickets are $10. The play is directed by Ryan Williams, with choreography [...]

“Alchemical Dreams” Art Show This Weekend

Highland artist Jason Pliler will have a reception for his new art show, “Alchemical Dreams,” this Saturday, July 9th at 1 pm at Lilah’s Deli and Bakery (440 Olive St). Jason is an alternative process photographer and this will be the first show featuring his photography. As Highland is now a cultural district as designated [...]

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