About this event
* * * * * * * THE EVENTS HAVE ENDED * * * * * * * If you missed out, then you missed a great event!!!
BUT, you can still order the New Orleans Bicentennial Lapel Pin or one of our T-Shirts or Sweatshirt!
The American Friends of Lafayette - New Orleans / Louisiana Bicentennial: April 9 thru 13, 2025 - Sales Close on 3/11/25!!!!
* It is highly recommended that you make your hotel room reservation immediately since the French Quarter Festival is taking place at the same time as this commemoration, which brings 250,000 tourists to New Orleans.
* Registration Bienvenue Kit included in the price of both Ticket Packages. If you are experiencing trouble finalizing your purchase, please contact us at:
AFL.Louisiana@gmail.com or call us at 504-722-6662.
SOLD OUT -"Grandiose" (5 Events) and "Le Petit" (2 Events) Ticket Package Descriptions are brief due to the ticket platforms space limitations. Please scroll down to the A la Carte ticket offerings for the full event description.
NOTE: Schedule is subject to change - and - ONLY for AFL Members who purchase either Ticket Package will get a BONUS EVENT - "Adrienne's Salon" Drinks & Dessert Party on that Thursday evening, April 10th at a beautiful, classic French Quarter patio courtyard home.
SOLD OUT* * * The "GRANDIOSE" TICKET PACKAGE: $765 / April 9 thru 13, 2025 / 5 Events include:
* * CLOSED * * Wednesday, April 9 at 6:15 PM: “1825 Gala” Dinner and open Bar included. (Dress: Business <coat & tie> or Cocktail party attire / Period attire is encouraged)
SOLD OUT * Thursday morning & afternoon, April 10: Theatrical Pageant, Chalmette National Battlefield, Steamboat Natchez River Cruise (Lunch on the Natchez and All transportation is included. ) Dress: Comfortable casual (Lafayette t-shirt suggested) but period attire is welcomed.
* * SOLD OUT * * Friday morning & afternoon, April 11: Lafayette Visits Magnolia Mound Plantation in Baton Rouge, (Includes lunch, a tour and round-trip transportation from New Orleans). Dress: Casual; period attire is welcomed.
*SOLD OUT- Friday, April 11 at 7:00 PM: “Opera with Lafayette.” Dinner and entertainment is included <Dress: nice casual or better (coat/optional tie) but period attire is always welcomed.> Round-trip transportation is included.
SOLD OUT -* Saturday, April 12 at 7:00 PM: “A Theatrical Evening in an 1825 French Quarter Residence.” Dinner-reception party with performances by a youth theater group. < Dress: nice casual or better (coat/optional tie) but period attire is always welcomed.>
ONLY 2 of our a la carte events still have a few tickets available. Please scroll down for more details and full event descriptions - and purchase NOW!
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* SORRY, CLOSED * The 1825 GALA TICKET (a-la-carte): $245 / April 9, 2025 at 6:15 PM (CLOSED!)
* Wednesday, April 9 at 6:30 PM: “1825 Gala” at the Cabildo (Louisiana State Museum) Welcoming Lafayette as they did in 1825 in the very place where he lodged during his historic visit to Nouvelle Orleans, La Louisiane. We’re delighted to present the exclusive premier of the Cabildo’s Lafayette Exhibit at the Louisiana State Museum, a rare glimpse into the life of one of history’s most captivating figures, General Lafayette, and his significant contribution to our American independence and his visit to Louisiana in 1825. Our Bicentennial is an excellent opportunity for you or your organization to support this important event. A portion of each gala ticket goes toward sponsoring the Lafayette exhibit at the Cabildo Museum. Dinner and open Bar included. (Dress: Business <coat & tie> or Cocktail party attire / Period attire is encouraged)
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** SOLD OUT/ CLOSED ** LAFAYETTE VISITS MAGNOLIA MOUND PLANTATION IN BATON ROUGE Ticket (a-la-carte): $135 /April 11, 2025 at 8:00 AM (SOLD OUT!)
* Friday morning, April 11: Lafayette Visits Magnolia Mound Plantation in Baton Rouge, home to his aide-de-camp during the American Revolution, and lifelong friend, French Cavalry Captain Armand Du Plantier. Imagine – a dusty old book published in 1826 is discovered just in time to guide us in planning our programs on Thursday and Friday! This mighty book, containing every speech given to and by Lafayette in Louisiana, along with additional details not previously known, has expanded our commemoration 1000-fold! Lafayette spent mere hours in Baton Rouge on his way to St. Louis, so there was not much known about his visit, until now! Once we arrive in Baton Rouge, we will make a brief stop at the cemetery where Du Plantier’s buried, the S.A.R. will have a ceremony and Lafayette will lay a wreath. We will continue on to nearby Magnolia Mound where we will learn about the General’s time in Baton Rouge and about his long-time friendship with Armand Du Plantier. (Includes lunch, a tour and round-trip transportation from New Orleans). <Dress: Casual; period attire is welcomed.>
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Commemorative New Orleans Louisiana Magnetic Lapel Pin
We are proud to offer this beautifully crafted lapel pin to commemorate the once in a lifetime bicentennial of Lafayette’s historic visit to Louisiana. Against a pure white enamel background, the polished gold fleur de lis (the official symbol of the City of New Orleans) is highlighted. Our favorite French general’s personal motto “Cur Non” (meaning Why not?) is on either side of the fleur de lis. “American Friends of Lafayette”, in polished gold, is written along the outer edge identifying the commemoration organizers. The pin is 1-1/8” in diameter and is crafted in a hard enamel cloisonné style. The upgraded strong magnetic backing safely holds the pin in place on any apparel without damage. Quantities are limited and are being sold on a first come first serve basis. When they are gone . . . they’re gone! Act quickly to add this beautiful, exclusive pin to your Lafayette collection. Merci!
WANNA CELEBRATE LAFAYETTE “New Orleans Style” by wearing our LAFAYETTE T-SHIRT?
We have ‘em! Go to our website to check out the shirts and how to order! www.AFL-Louisiana.com
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* BECOME A SPONSOR: Please consider becoming an Individual sponsor described in the "Individual Sponsorship" section to see how you can make a difference in making our Bicentennial Events a huge success AND help make the Lafayette Exhibit at the Cabildo Museum a reality. Our organization is a Registered 501c3 educational charity comprised of all volunteers. Your entire donation is tax deductible and goes directly toward Lafayette education outreach efforts.
Come see why we say in New Orleans . . ."Laissez les bon temps rouler!" (Let the good times roll!)
