OPELOUSAS, La. ( KLFY ) — Rod Sias with the Zydeco Historical and Preservation Society says the group was previously awarded funding from the state which they dedicated to preserving the historic Slims Y-Ki-Ki and getting its national recognition for the role it played in zydeco culture.
“Sims Y-Ki-Ki is one of the last remaining zydeco dance halls. Clifton Chenier played here, it is an integral part of zydeco music in creole culture and history. And so, we’re looking to preserve that,” said Sias.
Now, new steps have been taken as the department of culture, recreation and tourism, along with the national center for preservation and technology visited the legendary dance hall…