Founded: 1998
Full Time: 2
Part Time: 5
Budget: 250,000
Director: Dr. H.F. "Pete" Gregory
NSU Box 5675
Natchitoches, LA 71497
Telephone: 318/357-6685
FAX: 318/357-6689
E-Mail: colson@nsula.edu
Research Areas:
Genealogy, history, and ethnology. Goals: 1) Develop and provide education of the creole cultural existence; and 2) provide support to Louisiana and national Creole communities and organizations, offering advice and assistance in maters that affect the preservation of the Creole heritage and culture.
Areas of Expertise:
Geneology, anthropology, community development, and multimedia technology.
Special Capabilities and Facilities:
Various photographic exhibits, archival collections along with informational materials which include oral histories, and microfilm records.
Research Equipment:
Tape recorder, camcorder, cameras, and computers with Internet connection.
Keywords:
Creole
Heritage
Culture
Geneology
Ethnology
Linguistics
Folklife