Preserving the Past: Inside the Historic Hypolite Bordelon Home with Adam Bordelon

Step back in time with David and Lauren as they welcome Adam Bordelon, Registrar of Voters for Avoyelles Parish and president of the historic Hypolite Bordelon Home. In this heartfelt and fascinating conversation, we explore the rich Louisiana history behind David’s great-great-grandfather’s 18th-century Creole home — now a cherished landmark on the National Register of Historic Places.

Adam shares surprising stories about the home’s origins, its move into Marksville, the unique Creole architectural details, and the efforts underway to restore and relaunch it as a living museum. From moss-and-mud walls to the tiny St. Peter’s Chapel and the upcoming “Photos with Santa” fundraiser, this episode celebrates community, ancestry, and the importance of preserving our past.

Whether you love history, Louisiana culture, family heritage, or stories that connect us across generations, this episode offers inspiration — and an invitation to help keep this landmark alive.

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Original airdate: 11/26/2025