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Education is at the heart of what we do. Whether you're just getting started behind the bar or looking to sharpen your craft, our hands-on courses are designed to empower, inspire, and elevate.
Events
We don’t just host events — we create unforgettable experiences rooted in hospitality, culture, and craft.
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With over a decade of experience in hospitality, sales strategy, and brand development, Bayou Spirit Ventures offers consulting services for businesses and individuals ready to elevate their vision.
Heritage Oaks
Management Group
Heritage Oaks: Luxury Historic Venues & Estate Management
Premier Stewardship Throughout Acadiana and South Louisiana.
Heritage Oaks Management Group is a boutique hospitality and property management firm specializing in historic estates and cultural venues throughout the Lafayette Metro and St. Landry Parish. We represent privately owned landmark properties, transforming them into refined event destinations while preserving the architectural integrity and Creole and Cajun heritage of the region.
Elevated Stewardship for Historic Acadiana Properties
Heritage Oaks provides full-service management for historic homes, legacy estates, and landmark properties in Opelousas, Lafayette, and across Acadiana. Our approach protects long-term asset value through:
Preservation-Focused Operations: Expert oversight of 18th and 19th-century architecture.
Historic District Expertise: Navigating regulatory and zoning requirements in Opelousas and the Lafayette Metro Historic Districts.
Asset Performance: Positioning properties as premium destinations for cultural tourism and private activations.
Owner Representation: Seamless administrative support and maintenance coordination.
Luxury Event & Wedding Venues in the Lafayette Metro
We curate high-touch event experiences within architecturally significant spaces. As the premier choice for Acadiana wedding venues, Heritage Oaks manages:
Luxury & Micro-Weddings: Intimate ceremonies in private historic mansion settings.
Corporate & Cultural Gatherings: Sophisticated environments for regional business and community leaders.
Editorial & Commercial Photography: Authentic Louisiana backdrops for professional media and film.
Heritage-Driven Events: Programs that celebrate the Creole Capital and South Louisiana culture.
Cultural Preservation Through Strategic Activation
Our mission is to ensure historic landmarks in St. Landry Parish and the Lafayette Metro remain economically sustainable. By partnering with regional artists and supporting downtown revitalization, we prove that preservation is both a financial asset and a social legacy.
Curated Events
Tailored Experiences for Every Occasion
At Heritage Oaks, we believe refined hospitality should be accessible for every meaningful milestone. We offer tiered service models designed to meet your vision at any scale.
: Full-scale, exclusive use of our landmark properties for high-capacity luxury galas and traditional weddings.
The Petite Collection
: Sophisticated micro-wedding packages and intimate celebrations that maintain our standard of excellence with a smaller footprint.
Curated Activations: Short-term rentals for editorial shoots, community gatherings, and corporate retreats—offering the prestige of a historic setting for focused events.
Bespoke Coordination: Custom-built event structures that allow you to prioritize the elements that matter most, from gourmet catering to preservation-aligned decor.
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