History and Culture

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Martinique – How Creole culture has embedded itself into the community

Martinique, an overseas region of France, is a Caribbean island with a population of 367,500 people. Part of the Lesser Antilles, its culture reflects a blend of mainly French and African influences, dating back to the 17th century.

Mauritius – How Creole culture has embedded itself into the community

Creoles make up 28% of the population of Mauritius, the subtropical island nation located 1,130 km east of Madagascar in the Indian Ocean. The main island is a popular tourist destination, known for its sandy beaches, coral reefs and blue lagoons.

Creole identity and the history of the Caribbean Coast

Every nation on this planet has a distinctive, diverse history that has undergone various periods of upheaval and change. Nicaragua is one such nation. While most outsiders don’t know much about the history of this region prior to the arrival of Christopher Columbus in 1502, indigenous peoples have occupied Nicaragua and broader Central America for thousands of years.

Texas and Pacific Railway Depot Rehabilitation Project Groundbreaking

Natchitoches, LA–The City of Natchitoches, Cane River National Heritage Area, Cane River Creole National Historical Park, and DSW Construction hosted a groundbreaking ceremony for the Texas and Pacific Railway Depot Rehabilitation Project on Thursday, January 13, 2022.

Stuart Hall – The man known as the ‘godfather of multiculturalism’

Stuart Hall is often referred to as the ‘godfather of multiculturalism’. It’s a title that holds a lot of weight, but at the same time, there is no question that it’s one in which this late sociologist is more than deserving to carry.

Olaudah Equiano – The slave who helped steered the course of history

You’ve more than likely heard the name Olaudah Equiano. After all, he made a huge impact on the world during his lifetime. He arguably played a big role in changing the course of history and penned one of the most gripping autobiographies of the 18th century. It’s really no wonder that he’s stood the test of time and that many people are still familiar with the name Olaudah Equiano.

John Edmonstone – The man who shaped minds and indirectly changed the world of science

t’s clear that people of colour are now getting a much overdue chance to shine and contribute to the field, something that wasn’t always possible just a few hundred years ago. There are, of course, exceptions to this – like John Edmonstone.

Ignatius Sancho – A man of firsts who history should remember

Take a walk through the grounds of St Margaret's Church in Westminster, London and you sadly won’t come across the grave of Ignatius Sancho. This, however, is where he was buried upon his death in 1780.

Louisiana Creole’s -“The root of it all”

If you’re Gena Robinson, you begin a task she referred to as operation “push” for better results. She said that “scattered” regions meant her results did not reflect the complete story of a person who derived from the journey of a people with a clear cut diaspora outside of Africa.

“Writer in the Making” – World War II Records by Isabella C. Anderson

Below is a letter I wrote and sent to the National Archives’ Personnel Records Center on behalf of my great uncle, Nelson Anderson, who was lost in World War II. I would like to share it with the world and maybe encourage someone to do the same for your loved ones.

Palestinian Ambassador to Seychelles Bade Farewell

Jerry Prejean – A Legacy of Leadership, Mentorship, and Community Impact

Back to Congo Square: Benoît LeBlanc’s Quest to Sing the Creole Archive

Rhaoul A. Guillaume, Sr. – A Legacy of Engineering, Leadership, Service, and Faith

Dr. Ernest W. Kinchen Jr. – A Trailblazing Surgeon, Humanitarian, and Champion for Justice

Judge Charles Cravins – A Life Rooted in Justice, Culture, and Community

Karl Turner – Story of Resilience and Reinvention

Identity and Race in the Bayou Country

Recipes – Fried Bonito with Pumpkin

Jerry Prejean – A Legacy of Leadership, Mentorship, and Community Impact

Back to Congo Square: Benoît LeBlanc’s Quest to Sing the Creole Archive

Bertrand Belle - Putting Talent and Education to Work for Seychelles

Old Medicine: Manglier Tea

Pointe-Marie: A Premier Destination in Baton Rouge, LA, Combining Tradition, Community, and Opportunity

Vincent Ahtime – Bridging Tradition and Innovation – A Journey into Creole Architecture

Amelie Blake

Book Review – Fish & Seafood Recipes of the Seychelles Islands

A Celebration of Voices, and Community – Kreol Magazine Launch of Issues 41 and 42

New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival 2026 – A Living Tradition at the Heart of the City

Martinique – How Creole culture has embedded itself into the community

Mauritius – How Creole culture has embedded itself into the community

Creole identity and the history of the Caribbean Coast

Texas and Pacific Railway Depot Rehabilitation Project Groundbreaking

Stuart Hall – The man known as the ‘godfather of multiculturalism’

Olaudah Equiano – The slave who helped steered the course of history

John Edmonstone – The man who shaped minds and indirectly changed the world of science

Ignatius Sancho – A man of firsts who history should remember

Louisiana Creole’s -“The root of it all”

“Writer in the Making” – World War II Records by Isabella C. Anderson

Joshua Pierre – creole heritage and family, from a youth perspective

Wilma Rudolph – “The triumph can’t be had without the struggle”

Frances Batty Shand: An unusual activist in Cardiff

Monuments of Seychelles: Bel Air Cemetery

Lonnie Johnson

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