Filipino La. Archive stores cultural artifacts like photographs, oral histories, recipes, and home movies related to the life of Filipinos in Louisiana.
How can I contribute?
- Introduce us to your Filipino community.
- Share your family stories.
- Share your scanned documents like recipes and naturalization certificates.
- Share your photographs of 1) Filipinos who settled in Louisiana, 2) community gatherings, and 3) physical artifacts like lockets or paintings.
Recently Added Items
Certificate of Appreciation for PLHS
Consulate General of the Philippines presented the Philippine- Louisiana Historical Society a certificate of appreciation for volunteering to help…
1935 Mardi Gras Entry
The application for the Filipino Community to enter the inaugural Elks Krewe of Orleanians Mardi Gras parade. Application submitted by Miguel Guillera…
Miguel Guillera to US Navy (Philipino Colony Bar)
Letter written by Miguel Guillera, proprietor of the Philipino Colony Bar and Refreshment Co., to the US Navy regarding his citizenship status.
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Adobo, or "Do-Bo," Recipe
Recipe card for adobo (spelled "Do-Bo" on the card), a popular Filipino dish. The recipe, typed and laminated, belonged to Ronald Gonzales.
Featured Collection
Bayan Ko
Philippine-Louisiana Historical Society Philippine Independence Day celebration in Lafitte Louisiana.