The Swamp Stories: Louisiana Myths and Legends series aims to preserve folklore and oral-history for South Louisiana.
Vampires
These mythical shapeshifters have a great historical significance by influencing literature and culture in New Orleans and across Southern Louisiana.
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Supernatural
The supernatural genre incorporates elements that cannot be explained by science and operate outside the rules of the real world and human understanding.
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Folklore
Folklore stories travel through generations and influence the behavior, values, and character of a region. These tales continue to be passed down and preserved.
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This project is made possible by:
Funding for Rebirth PL grants has been provided by the National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) and administered by the Louisiana Endowment for the Humanities (LEH) as part of the Coronovirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act economic stabilization plan. Additional funding is provided by the Union Pacific Foundation.