05/22/2026
In less than a month, community leaders, artists, educators, business professionals, and advocates will gather in Downtown Lafayette for the 4th annual State of the Arts Symposium at the Acadiana Center for the Arts.
This annual civic forum explores the impact of arts and culture on Lafayette’s future through conversations focused on economic development, education, community identity, and creative investment. The symposium brings together voices from across Acadiana to discuss how the arts continue to shape and strengthen our region.
Friday, June 12
Acadiana Center for the Arts
Schedule:
10:00 AM–12:00 PM — Artist Plenary & Roundtable
2:00 PM–6:00 PM — Main Symposium Programming
6:00 PM–8:00 PM — Reception
Registration is open! Learn more and reserve your spot:
https://acadianacenterforthearts.org/events/state-of-the-arts-symposium/