The Louisiana Creole Research Association, Inc. (LA Creole) was founded on August 21, 2004, as a New Orleans-based nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing family research, providing education and public programming, and celebrating the history, culture, contributions, and legacy of Louisiana Creole people.
For more than two decades, LA Creole has created opportunities for individuals and families to connect through genealogy, history, and cultural preservation. The organization hosts an annual conference, presents two free public programs each year, and publishes an award-winning annual journal featuring both academic and community-based essays that explore the many stories and experiences that shape Louisiana Creole heritage.
LA Creole has proudly partnered with numerous cultural and educational organizations, including the Midlo Center for New Orleans Studies, the HNOC, the LEH, Le Musée de f.p.c., Xavier and Dillard University. Its diverse membership of more than 200 individuals continues to grow as individuals come together throughout the year to research family history, share knowledge, and celebrate Creole culture.
LA Creole’s 22nd Annual Conference Weekend will be held October 17–18, 2026, at Xavier University. This year’s theme, “LA Creole in the Archives: Our History Lives Here,” highlights the importance of preserving the documents, records, and stories that help us understand and honor our shared history.
LA Creole will collaborate with the Louisiana Archives and Manuscripts Association (LAMA), whose annual conference is scheduled for October 16. Both conferences will bring together researchers, archivists, historians, and community members to explore the vital role archives play in protecting Louisiana history for future generations.
We invite all who are interested in genealogy, history, and cultural preservation to join LA Creole and become part of a community committed to keeping these stories alive.