One Single Place: Louisiana and the Shaping of the Early American Republic

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In celebration of the United States’ 250th anniversary, HNOC and the New Orleans Foundation for Francophone Cultures (Nous) will copresent a daylong multimedia program that traces the shaping of our American identity through presentations, films, and musical performances. The 2026 History Symposium focuses on the years following the Revolutionary War, when cultural exchange and trade—particularly between Native Americans and Francophone colonists along the Mississippi River—changed the perception of what it means to be American. From folktales and musical traditions to the interplay of nationalism and ethnic heritage, join us as we explore a pivotal era in US history through lively discussion and entertainment.