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HOURS: Tuesday-Friday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. (closed 12-1)
Saturday, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. 
 Rene Simon
Museum to hold Farm to Table Luncheon Thursday, April 18
Locally grown beef will star in the Farm to Table Luncheon at 12 p.m., April 18, in the covered parking garage in downtown Farmerville, at the corner of N. Washington and Jackson streets. (In case of bad weather, event will be at Claiborne Electric.) Guest speakers will be Rene Simon, special assistant to the state agriculture commissioner, and Richard Davis of the Foster Farms processing plant in Farmerville. For tickets call 318-237-9290, or stop by Brittany's Originals, 202 East St., or the museum at 116 N. Main St., Farmerville. Guests will enjoy locally sourced beef hamburgers, plus sides of BBQ beans, potato salad, and dessert. 
OTHER EVENTS with the "Ag-mazing" exhibit:
April 23 - The One Step Higher band led by Fred Stewart will perform for a free brown bag concert at 12 noon on Tuesday, April 23, in the Union Museum of History and Art in Farmerville. The group, which plays acoustic gospel and bluegrass music, consists of Ben Riser, Sue Futch, Tina Bowen, Bonnie Cunningham, Ora Fife, and Stewart. Guests may bring their own lunches; drinks will be provided. April 30 - Talk by county agent Jason Holmes at 4:30 p.m. on the local beef cattle industry May 4 - “Pickles, Jam, and Other Hot Messes” workshop at noon in the museum, led by Marianna Langston, Southern University Ag Center. Come early for coffee, biscuits and local jellies and honey. May 7 - “Spring and Summer Floral Arranging” workshop led by local florist Alan Futch at 4:30 p.m. For more information, call 318-348-2005 "What is a Quinceanera?"
When five experts gathered in January to discuss the quinceanera tradition, a fascinating discussion ensued. And we caught it all on film. Click on the You Tube icon below to see Fr. Al Jost, Claudia Wade, Mary Barrios, Juanita Lopez, and Maria Lopez shared their experiences and perspectives. The Jan. 24 panel discussion was moderated by Dr. Susan Roach, folklorist and Louisiana Tech professor. The film was made possible through a grant from the Louisiana Endowment for the Humanities, a state affiliate of the National Endowment for the Humanities. 
While you shop, support Union Museum
If you shop online, use Smile.Amazon.com instead of Amazon.com. It works exactly like your traditional method, but here is the good part: You can choose a charity to receive a donation from Amazon. We hope you will choose Union Museum of History and Art! Union Museum of History and Art gratefully acknowledges arts grants
Several projects of the Union Museum of History and Art have been supported by grants from the Louisiana Division of the Arts, Office of Cultural Development, Department of Culture, Recreation and Tourism, in cooperation with the Louisiana State Arts Council, as administered by the Northeast Louisiana Arts Council, Inc. Funding has also been provided by the National Endowment for the Arts, Art Works.”
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Yes, it is Ag-mazing!
Union Museum of History and Art is now showing its “Ag-mazing Union Parish!” exhibit. The display of photos, artifacts, art, and even a life-size model Jersey cow will be available to the public through May 8. The museum is located at 116 N. Main St., Farmerville. Hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Tuesday through Friday, and 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturdays. The exhibit was curated by Van Bennett and Brittany Bennett Canterberry, who have gathered items from dozens of other farming families and organizations in the region. The exhibit is in memory of Velvet Bennett Roberts who envisioned and proposed this project in 2018. Thanks to these generous sponsors of "Ag-mazing Union Parish!": Ag Trader USA Brittany's Originals Denton Farms Farm Bureau First National Bank Jason Holmes Marion State Bank Origin Bank Read Lumber & Supply Southern Ag Credit T & C Rentals Thomas Nursery & Feed  O Sole Trio: Guiseppe Spoletini (at left), Erin Shields, and David Shenton
Tickets available now for
"Stars Over Broadway" dinner theater May 2 The renowned O Sole Trio will perform for the "Stars Over Broadway" dinner theater event presented by Union Museum of History and Art at Edgewood Plantation near Farmerville beginning at 6 p.m., Thursday, May 2. Following a delicious formal dinner catered by Mamoo's, the trio will wow the crowd with beloved music from Broadway. This event is sponsored by Bayou General Store on the square in Farmerville. Tickets are $32 for adults, $26 for seniors (age 65+). Tables are $275 and seat eight people. To order your tickets, call Brittany Unkel at 318-368-5400. SEATING IS LIMITED! O Sole Trio will perform classic Broadway show tunes with their own unique arrangements. The performance will feature highlights from shows such as Les Misérables, West Side Story, Cats, and Phantom of the Opera, mixed with outstanding original arrangements, such as the hauntingly beautiful "Edelweiss" from The Sound of Music in three-part harmony, and a gorgeous “mash-up” of songs from Ghost. The show will take the audience on a thrilling 70+ year adventure of the best songs and behind-the-scene stories Broadway musicals have to offer. The New York-based ensemble consists of soprano Erin Shields, pianist/violinist David Shenton, and baritone Giuseppe Spoletini. Their local performance is supported by a grant from the Louisiana Division of the Arts, Office of Cultural Development, Department of Culture, Recreation and Tourism, in cooperation with the Louisiana State Arts Council, as administered by the Northeast Louisiana Arts Council. Funding has also been provided by the National Endowment for the Arts, Art Works. Art installation dedicated in Farmerville
The "Fishing Fantasy" art installation designed by local mosaic artist Jamie Anderson was unveiled and publicly dedicated Friday, Dec. 28, at its location on the south lawn of the Union Parish Courthouse in Farmerville. The Union Museum of History and Art led the project as a gift to the community. Second Circuit Court of Appeal Judge Jay McCallum and Farmerville Mayor M. Stein Baughman Jr. spoke briefly during the dedication ceremonies, emceed by museum board chairman Brittany Unkel. The seven-foot tall concrete sculpture is sheathed in colorful glass pieces and depicts rippling blue waters, many-hued fish, and abundant sunshine so beloved in Union Parish. The museum board is grateful to Anderson and others who made this project possible: the Union Parish Police Jury; James Gatson, concrete contractor; Brooke Foy, public art consultant; and all donors who purchased commemorative bricks. This project was supported in part by a grant from the Louisiana Division of the Arts, Office of Cultural Development, Department of Culture, Recreation and Tourism, in cooperation with the Louisiana State Arts Council, as administered by the Northeast Louisiana Arts Council, Inc. Funding has also been provided by the National Endowment for the Arts, Art Works.” 
Artist Jamie Anderson, creator of the "Fishing Fantasy" sculpture, accepts a bouquet of flowers at the dedication Friday, Dec. 28
Dedication ceremonies were emceed by Brittany Unkel (right), chairman of the Board of Directors, Union Museum of History and Art. Speaking briefly were Second Circuit Court of Appeal Judge Jay McCallum (left), Farmerville Mayor M. Stein Baughman Jr., and artist Jamie Anderson.
The newly installed "Fishing Fantasy" sculpture is located on the south lawn of the Union Parish Courthouse. The project was supported by 55 individuals and organizations who purchased commemorative bricks, and by a state arts grant.
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"First Friends" of the Museum
Sincere thanks go to these individuals and organizations that launched the museum in 2014
by underwriting the gallery construction expenses.
The Lions Club of Farmerville - Lighting System Sponsor
Union General Hospital - Community Showcase Sponsor
Bruce and Cindy Hampton - Large Display Panel Sponsor (2)
Plum Creek -- Lead Flooring Sponsor
Architecture +, Monroe, LA
The Carr Family - Fred, Tommy, Jeffery, Tinnie, and Deanna -- Large Display Panel Sponsor
Community Trust Bank (now Origin Bank) -- Large Display Panel Sponsor
The Futch Family - Alan, Lance,Todd, and Jimmye Carol -- Large Display Panel Sponsor
The Gazette -- Large Display Panel Sponsor
Steve and Jean Jones -- Flooring Sponsor
Kilpatrick Funeral Homes -- Large Display Panel Sponsor
Nancy Love -- Large Display Panel Sponsor
Read Lumber and Supply -- Flooring Sponsor
Jerry and Joan Taylor -- Flooring Sponsor
Brittany and Steve Unkel -- Large Display Panel Sponsor
Ricky and Debbie Albritton -- Display Panel Sponsor
The Banner -- Display Panel Sponsor
John Belton -- Display Panel Sponsor
Dr. Clyde Brashier -- Display Panel Sponsor
Town of Farmerville -- Display Panel Sponsor
Lum and Dottie Farr -- Display Panel Sponsor
The Museum is forever indebted to the Union Parish Chamber of Commerce, which began the museum idea as a special study project in 2011. The Chamber's Board of Directors enabled the concept to become a reality, and today the Union Museum of History and Art is an independent 501(c)3 non-profit organization whose exhibit gallery is located in the Chamber building.
Sincere thanks go to these individuals and organizations that launched the museum in 2014
by underwriting the gallery construction expenses.
The Lions Club of Farmerville - Lighting System Sponsor
Union General Hospital - Community Showcase Sponsor
Bruce and Cindy Hampton - Large Display Panel Sponsor (2)
Plum Creek -- Lead Flooring Sponsor
Architecture +, Monroe, LA
The Carr Family - Fred, Tommy, Jeffery, Tinnie, and Deanna -- Large Display Panel Sponsor
Community Trust Bank (now Origin Bank) -- Large Display Panel Sponsor
The Futch Family - Alan, Lance,Todd, and Jimmye Carol -- Large Display Panel Sponsor
The Gazette -- Large Display Panel Sponsor
Steve and Jean Jones -- Flooring Sponsor
Kilpatrick Funeral Homes -- Large Display Panel Sponsor
Nancy Love -- Large Display Panel Sponsor
Read Lumber and Supply -- Flooring Sponsor
Jerry and Joan Taylor -- Flooring Sponsor
Brittany and Steve Unkel -- Large Display Panel Sponsor
Ricky and Debbie Albritton -- Display Panel Sponsor
The Banner -- Display Panel Sponsor
John Belton -- Display Panel Sponsor
Dr. Clyde Brashier -- Display Panel Sponsor
Town of Farmerville -- Display Panel Sponsor
Lum and Dottie Farr -- Display Panel Sponsor
The Museum is forever indebted to the Union Parish Chamber of Commerce, which began the museum idea as a special study project in 2011. The Chamber's Board of Directors enabled the concept to become a reality, and today the Union Museum of History and Art is an independent 501(c)3 non-profit organization whose exhibit gallery is located in the Chamber building.
