The People. The History. The Culture. The Industry.

Your front door to the magnificent Bayou Teche region!

Step into the Bayou Teche Museum to explore one of the country’s most colorful, bountiful and historically significant areas. Fun for the whole family, interactive exhibits showcase the spicy blend of cultures, artists, industries and lore that sprang from the land surrounding the snake-like curves of the peaceful South Louisiana bayou.

Historic, Charming Downtown

The Bayou Teche Museum is located on Main Street in charming downtown New Iberia, recognized by Forbes Magazine as America’s Prettiest Town and immortalized as the home town of James Lee Burke’s Dave Robicheaux. New Iberia is also the hometown of the late Blue Dog artist, George Rodrigue and Louisiana’s first female governor, Governor Kathleen Babineaux Blanco.

Local cuisine, historic sites, shopping and hotels are all within walking distance. And be sure not to miss the beautiful Bayou Teche and it’s floating kayak/canoe dock, just steps from the museum’s doors.

The Bayou Teche Museum

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A special invitation from our board Vice-President and Music on Main™ Co-Chairman, Jennifer!

Jennifer is inviting you to join Bayou Teche Museum for Music on Main™ on November 12! Enjoy an evening of live music with The Bad Boys Band, plus bites, sips, and good times in downtown New Iberia.📅 Thursday, November 12🕕 Doors open at 6 PM📍 Bayou Teche Trading Company🎟️ Early BirdTickets: $40 through October 31, $60 until November 12!Watch Jennifer’s message, grab your tickets, and we’ll see you on Main Street! ...

The clock is ticking!

Early Bird tickets for Music on Main are just $40, but that special price is available only through October 31.After that, tickets will be $60.Don't miss your chance to save $20 and secure your spot for a night of live music with The Bad Boys Band!📅 Thursday, November 12, 2026🕕 Doors open at 6 PM📍 Bayou Teche Trading Company200 W. Main Street, New Iberia🎟️ Early Bird: $40 through October 31🎟️ Regular: $60Scan the QR code on our event graphic to purchase or call (337) 606-5977 with questions.November 12 is getting closer! 🎶 ...

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Dive into the mysteries beneath the waves at Shipwrecks, Survival & Lost History, a special maritime history event coming to New Iberia on Saturday, October 31, 2026!

This special conference will feature:Guest speakersBook signing eventsSpecial exhibits and museum toursDoor prizes & silent auctionThe conference will take place at the Hampton Inn (400 Spanish Town Blvd., New Iberia, LA), and tickets start at just $30!Online registration is open!Come explore the wrecks, discoveries, and enduring mysteries that remind us that the past still has more to tell. ...

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What are you doing November 12? 👀

If the answer isn't “going to Music on Main,” we've got a suggestion for you. 😉Bayou Teche Museum presents Music on Main, featuring The Bad Boys Band!Come enjoy an evening of live music, bites and sips, and good times at Bayou Teche Trading Company.📅 Thursday, November 12, 2026🕕 Doors open at 6 PM📍 200 W. Main Street, New Iberia🎟️ Tickets are $60🐦 Early Bird tickets are only $40 through October 31!Grab your friends, grab your tickets, and get ready to make some memories on Main Street. ...

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There’s something special about Main Street after dark. ✨🎶

Add live music, friends, good food, and a night out in downtown New Iberia, and you've got the makings of a pretty great evening!Join Bayou Teche Museum for Music on Main, featuring The Bad Boys Band!📅 Thursday, November 12🕕 Doors open at 6 PM📍 Bayou Teche Trading Company200 W. Main Street, New Iberia🎟️ $60 tickets🐦 $40 Early Bird tickets through October 31!Make plans now for a night of music in the heart of downtown.Music on Main is coming! 🎸 ...

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A heartfelt thank-you to everyone who joined us last night for a wonderful evening with author Jason Theriot! We enjoyed hearing Jason share his experiences interviewing World War II veterans, preserving their memories, and bringing their stories to life through his new book, "Frenchie".

Personal stories like these offer a powerful glimpse into the lives, sacrifices, and experiences of those who lived through one of history’s most defining chapters. We are grateful to Jason for sharing his work with us and to everyone who came out to celebrate history, storytelling, and the importance of preserving the past. ...

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Let's talk tickets!

Planning on joining us for Music on Main ™? Regular tickets are $60, but there's a chance to save money if you plan ahead!Early Bird tickets are $40 now through October 31, 2026. After October 31, tickets will be $60.🗓️ Music on Main ™ Thursday November, 12 🕕Doors open at 6 PM 📍Bayou Teche Trading Company 200 W. Main Street, New Iberia Scan the QR code on our event graphic to purchase your tickets, give us a call at 337-606-5977.The early bird gets the ticket... And saves $20! ...

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Dive into the mysteries beneath the waves at Shipwrecks, Survival & Lost History, a special maritime history event coming to New Iberia on Saturday, October 31, 2026!

This special conference will feature:Guest speakersBook signing eventsSpecial exhibits and museum tours Door prizes & silent auctionThe conference will take place at the Hampton Inn (400 Spanish Town Blvd., New Iberia, LA), and tickets start at just $30!Online registration is open!Come explore the wrecks, discoveries, and enduring mysteries that remind us that the past still has more to tell. ...

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Have you heard? Music on Main ™ is coming up!

Board members, Jennifer Joseph, Doc Thomas, and Christi Baily have a few things to say about why you should join us for a night of live music, bites, sips, and good times with The Bad Boys Band! Thursday November 12 Doors open at 6 PM Bayou Teche Trading Company Tickets $60| Early Bird tickets are just $40 through October 31Watch the video, then grab your friends and get your tickets! ...