Latab Kréyòl Louisiana Créole Table

2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month  |  5:30 to 7:00 pm  |  1519 Jackson Ave.  |  Free

This community event is free and open to everyone, but donations to the Alliance Française are greatly appreciated to support our cultural and educational initiatives. Bring along some food or drinks to share, and join us for an evening of language, culture, and community. Join us for this free social and conversation hour where you'll be able to practice your Louisiana Créole. Mèsi for the support!

What to Expect

• Interactive Learning: Engage in conversations with fellow attendees and improve your Louisiana Créole skills in a relaxed and friendly environment.
• Cultural Exchange: Share and enjoy food and drinks while learning more about the diverse cultural influences that shape Louisiana and New Orleans.
• Expert Guidance: Louisiana Créole instructor Lawson Ota will be present to assist with language questions and provide insights into the historical and cultural significance of the language.

About Lawson Ota

Lawson Ota is the founder of Tours by Marguerite, a tourism company offering tours in French and English of historic places in New Orleans. He is also a teacher of French as a foreign language. He is trained in linguistics having graduated in 2012 in French, linguistics and German. He has devoted his career to the defence of the heritage languages ​​of Louisiana (that is, Louisiana French and Louisiana Creole).

About Louisiana Creole

About Louisiana Créole Louisiana Créole is a unique language that has played a significant role in the cultural history of South Louisiana. Spoken by both elite families and marginalized communities, it reflects the diverse and complex heritage of the region. The Louisiana Creole language is perhaps unique among Louisiana's heritage languages in the extent to which its use historically transcended barriers of race and socio-economic status. At its height, Louisiana Creole was spoken throughout South Louisiana by members of the most elite families and members of the most marginalized communities. The features of Louisiana Creole, perhaps more so than those of any other language, speak to the unique history and culture of Louisiana. Unlike any other language, Louisiana Créole encapsulates the rich blend of cultures that make up Louisiana, from African and Caribbean to French and Spanish influences. Engaging with Louisiana Créole not only connects us with the past but also preserves an essential aspect of our cultural identity.
AFNO Louisiana Créole instructor, Lawson Ota will be in attendance to help you with any language questions you may have!