Note to readers from Harry: I've gotten to the point where I frequently get in creating these travelogs. I'm getting too far behind in selecting photos for each day. Marsha is quite disciplined in her ability to write a couple of paragraphs each day. But I don't seem to be able to select pictures with a speed so that I can keep up with the calendar or Marsha.
So, starting today, I am going to limit photographs to one or two per paragraph with possible pointers to other pages that I hopefully (read: may) create when I have more time.
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So, starting today, I am going to limit photographs to one or two per paragraph with possible pointers to other pages that I hopefully (read: may) create when I have more time.
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Before leaving New Iberia there were two more stops we wanted to make. First we took the tour at the Conrad Rice Mill, which is the oldest rice mill in America. Built in 1912 the mill still uses some of its original machines. The tour is short and without bells and whistles but gives you an overview of the rice making process. The old factory buildings were also quite photogenic. One fact we found most interesting was that after the rice is harvested the fields are then used for crawfish propagation. This means that the same field produces two different harvests of two entirely different products.
The Bayou Teche Museum had received some terrific reviews on trip advisor so headed there next. Located on the historical main street this small town museum has state of the art exhibits that tell the story of the people, culture and industry of New Iberia. Plus the staff and volunteers are friendly, informative and just plain nice.
Then it was on to New Orleans a 2+ hour drive. We are staying at Karen Dolan’s airbnb in the Bywater. Having so enjoyed our stay here on our last visit to New Orleans there was no question that we would return. Karen is a great host, her home amazingly decorated (see below) and this area suits us. It is old, funky, there is great food and the people are amazing.