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Request for Proposals: Architectural Services for the Preparation of Construction Drawings and Related Services for the Cane River Discovery Center ProjectThe Cane River National Heritage Area is requesting proposals from architects licensed by the Louisiana State Board of Architects for the... more
It’s Mardi Gras Season here on Cane River! Make sure you mark your calendars to join us for some local, family-friendly fun!Saturday, February 3rd18th Annual Cloutierville Mardi Gras Parade at 2:00 PMLocation: Cloutierville, LAFor More Information: Email fireman2553@yahoo.comSaturday, February... more
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More Information Coming Soon! Fall is festival season in Louisiana, and that is especially true in Cane River! Wether you are looking to dance the night away, savor the unique Creole culinary offerings, find solace in artistic expression, or bask in the warmth of community connections, Cane... more
Trinity Episcopal Church RenovationWith grant funding from the Cane River National Heritage Area, an insurance payment for storm damage, and a loan from the Episcopal Diocese of Western Louisiana, Trinity Episcopal Church is moving forward with a much needed restoration of the bell tower of the... more
Natchitoches Fire Department Introduces Ash the Alligator as New Fire Safety MascotNatchitoches, LA - The City of Natchitoches Fire Department (NFD) announced the introduction of its new fire safety mascot, Ash the Alligator, at the City Council meeting, on Monday, July 24, 2023. Ash is set to... more
Cane River National Heritage Area to feature Natchitoches Film Trail 2.0 at Lunchtime Lagniappe Natchitoches, LA - Cane River National Heritage Area Inc. (CRNHA) will feature the Natchitoches Film Trail at the Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame and Northwest Louisiana History Museum’s Lunchtime... more
Cane River National Heritage Area To Host Community Cleanup on Earth DayNatchitoches, LA – In honor of Earth Day and Keep Louisiana Beautiful: Love the Boot Week, Cane River National Heritage Area will be hosting a Community-Wide Cleanup. Individuals, families, organizations, and groups of all ages... more
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASECall for Artists: Natchitoches in Bloom Public Art ContestNatchitoches, LA - Cane River National Heritage Area Inc. (CRNHA) seeks artist designs for the Natchitoches in Bloom Public Art Project. The project was created and is funded by the Natchitoches Historic District... more
Call To ArtistsCane River National Heritage Area Inc. (CRNHA) seeks artist designs for the Natchitoches in Bloom Public Art Project. The project was created and is funded by the Natchitoches Historic District Development Commission and the Cane River National Heritage Area. Together these entities... more
It’s Mardi Gras Season here on Cane River! Make sure you mark your calendars to join us for some local family-friendly fun!Saturday, February 11th17th Annual Cloutierville Mardi Gras Parade at 2:00 PMLocation: Cloutierville, LAFor More Information: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=... more
Calling all Natchitoches Parish middle school and high school students! We're looking for a new name for the street where the Texas and Pacific Railway Depot is located and we need your help!The Texas & Pacific Railway Depot in Natchitoches has a deep connection to the City’s African American... more
Jessica-Mullican Marketing Director Cane River
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASECane River National Heritage Area Welcomes Jessica Mullican as Director of Marketing and DevelopmentNatchitoches, LA - Cane River National Heritage Area, Inc. (CRNHA) announced the employment of Jessica Mullican as Director of Marketing and Development on Tuesday, January 17,... more
Cane River Cemetery Preservation Workshops set for OctoberNatchitoches, LA – Cane River National Heritage Area (CRNHA) and the National Center for Preservation Technology and Training (NCPTT) will host a two-part workshop series focusing on cemetery care and restoration in October. The Cane River... more
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASECane River & Natchitoches to receive National Park Service Community Assistance Grant to Develop a Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan for the Region ATLANTA – Today, the National Park Service (NPS) Rivers, Trails, and Conservation Assistance Program (RTCA) announced the... more
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASECane River National Heritage Area Promotion Announcement Natchitoches, LA - Cane River National Heritage Area, Inc. (CRNHA) announced the promotion of Amy Lee to Director of Outreach and Engagement on Thursday, June 22, 2022. “Amy is an integral member of our team, and in... more
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASECane River National Heritage Area to Host Birds of Prey Show and Tell at Los Adaes State Historic SiteNatchitoches, LA - Cane River National Heritage Area, Inc. (CRNHA), will host a show and tell at Los Adaes State Historic Site on Saturday, May 14, 2022, at 11:30am titled “... more
Natchitoches Historic District Development Commission Celebrates 318 Day Natchitoches, LA – The Natchitoches Historic District Development Commission (NHDDC) is celebrating 318 Day on March 18, 2022. The purpose of 318 Day is for North and Central Louisiana to celebrate local businesses by... more
  Natchitoches, LA – On February 25, 2022, Cane River National Heritage Area (CRNHA) joined the Sabine Parish Tourist Commission, Lt. Governor Billy Nungesser, Louisiana State Parks, and the Friends of Fort Jesup in celebrating the kick-off of Fort Jesup’s Bicentennial Celebration.... more
Alexandria, La. (Feb. 9, 2022) – Jay Sharplin, President of Sharpco Hotels Group and Rebecca Blankenbaker, Executive Director of Cane River National Heritage Area was installed as Directors of the Louisiana Travel Association (LTA) Board of Directors at its annual meeting –in Alexandria.  "It'... more

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