Alligators are fascinating creatures that evoke a sense of mystery and grandeur, particularly those residing in the sultry swamps of Louisiana. These prehistoric animals trace their lineage back to ...

The community arts organization features rotating exhibits of drawings, paintings, pottery ... where a local captain will steer you deep into the black swamp and introduce you to Louisiana’s famous ...

But there’s one genre that doesn’t always get the recognition it deserves—a sound born in the dance halls, bayous, and small towns of South Louisiana that blends the heartache of the blues with the ...

(via PBS Terra) In the Atchafalaya Basin—the largest river swamp in the U.S.—ancient cypress trees act as natural barriers against hurricanes and extreme weather. Spanning a million acres, these ...

A rare painting by the street artist Banksy, inspired by the recently deceased Scottish painter Jack Vettriano, sold for nearly 4.3 million pounds ($5.5 million) Tuesday, according to auction ...

Discover how The Atchafalaya Basin protects Louisiana's coast from hurricanes. In the Atchafalaya Basin—the largest river swamp in the U.S.—ancient cypress trees act as natural barriers ...

A round painting by the Flemish-Dutch master Pieter Bruegel the Younger was stolen from a Polish museum in 1974. Dutch police, aided by journalists and art detective Arthur Brand, have now located ...

As guests entered the lobby, they walked through scenes of Louisiana swamps. At the entrance to the arena, they had their photos taken sitting in a “seasoned” pirogue surrounded by a lush ...

Louisiana’s swamps are enigmatic, verdant paradises teeming with life. Amidst this biodiversity, ancient creatures, seemingly untouched by the passage of time, continue to thrive. These primordial ...

Louisiana’s swamps are home to a hidden predator that dominates the ecosystem! While alligators might come to mind, there’s another apex hunter lurking in the wetlands.