The neighborhood organization, True Friends Society of Lafayette is a group founded in Freetown(circa the 1880s) that was created to protect citizens from vigilante groups, thwarted violent attacks against Black residents, provided civic support, and acted as a pillar of hope to their neighbors. Maison Freetown de Lafayette will continue the legacy of supporting residents and promoting neighborhood growth.
The vision of Maison Freetown is to carry out its mission of documenting and preserving the history of Freetown as well as providing education and space for neighborhood and community engagement
MAISON FREETOWN
800 East Vermilion Street, Lafayette, Louisiana 70501, United States Inquiries: 310-766-1797
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