Preservation, Place & People: Celebrating 32 Years of History & Community
- River Road African American Museum
- Mar 7
- 2 min read
DONALDSONVILLE, LA–The River Road African American Museum (RRAAM) will celebrate 32 years of preserving and sharing African American history with a two-day anniversary event, Preservation, Place & People: Celebrating 32 Years of History & Community, taking place March 13–14, 2026, across the RRAAM campus in the historic district of Donaldsonville.
This year’s celebration also marks a significant milestone for the museum as it reopens its doors at 406 Charles Street after a two-year closure due to storm damage and renovations, welcoming the community back to the historic campus.
Since opening in March 1994, the River Road African American Museum has served as a steward of African American history in Louisiana’s River Parishes. The museum preserves stories rooted in place, culture, and community memory, ensuring that the experiences of those who lived and worked throughout Louisiana’s plantation country are documented and shared with future generations.
The anniversary celebration honors the museum’s legacy while inviting the public to engage with history in ways that are accessible, meaningful, and grounded in shared experience.
Friday, March 13, will feature a special program welcoming community leaders, partners, and supporters for an anniversary gathering recognizing the museum’s legacy and the reopening of the campus.
Saturday, March 14, will be a public community celebration designed for residents, families, and visitors of all ages. Activities will include museum-centered programming, storytelling, art, music, and movement that highlight the culture and traditions of the River Parishes. The celebration will also include a school band-led second line through the community to the museum campus, followed by live performances, interactive art experiences, and opportunities for visitors to explore the museum and connect with local history.
Throughout the weekend, artwork by local professional and student artists will be on display, reflecting the museum’s ongoing commitment to education, cultural expression, and intergenerational learning.
The anniversary celebration is open to the public on Saturday, March 14, and welcomes local residents, elders, artists, educators, students, community leaders, donors, and cultural partners.
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