421. Elista Istre, part 1

421. Part 1 of our interview with Dr. Elista Istre, author of Creoles of South Louisiana: Three Centuries Strong. Elista, an avid traveler with a passion for cultures across the globe, founded Belle Heritage™ to offer consulting expertise and create cultural experiences that inspire individuals and organizations to celebrate the beauty of heritage. During her career thus far, Istre has established, directed, and supported several historic sites and museums, including Vermilionville, a Cajun & Creole Heritage and Folklife Park in Lafayette, Louisiana; Historic Dyess Colony: Boyhood Home of Johnny Cash, in Dyess, Arkansas; and the U.S. Army’s Center for Military History at various Army museums around the country. She has developed and implemented numerous cultural and historical interpretive programs and currently serves as a board member for the National Association for Interpretation (NAI).

1. This week in Louisiana history. June 12, 1912. Allen Parish formed from part of old Calcasieu.
2. This week in New Orleans history. Huey Long Filibusters. June 12-13, 1935. On June 12, 1935, the fiery Louisiana senator began what would become his longest and most dramatic filibuster. His goal was to force the Senate's Democratic leadership to retain a provision, opposed by President Franklin Roosevelt, requiring Senate confirmation for the National Recovery Administration's senior employees. His motive was to prevent his political enemies in Louisiana from obtaining lucrative NRA jobs.
   
3. This week in Louisiana.
   Annie Miller's Son's Swamp and Marsh Tours
   3718 Southdown Mandalay Road
   Houma, Louisiana 70360
   (985) 868-4758
   1-800-341-5441
   Observe differences between the marsh and the swamp/bayous and canals. See a variety of vegetation (Spanish moss, water hyacinth, cypress knees, palmetto, etc.) and wildlife (alligators, nutrias, snakes, herons, egrets, owls, and much more) in their natural habitat. Learn about alligator and snake hunting and the effects of erosion on wetlands. Hear about my mom, world renowned Alligator Annie.
   Coast Guard Inspected Tour Boat
   Coast Guard Licensed Operator Since 1987
   Open Year Round  -  Time of Departure - Seasonal
   Duration - Approximately 2 and a half hours
   Please phone for reservations
   
4. Postcards from Louisiana. Jazz Singer in Jackson Square.

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