SUNSET, La. – Lieutenant Governor Billy Nungesser and the Louisiana Office of Cultural Development invite the public to join the Atchafalaya National Heritage Area, Louisiana Division of the Arts, St. Landry Parish Tourist Commission, and the Sunset Cultural District for a ribbon-cutting ceremony and unveiling of a new mural honoring legendary Zydeco musicians Clifton and Cleveland Chenier. The event will take place on Friday, December 12, 2025, at 3:30 p.m. at The Funky Flea, located at 829 Napoleon Avenue in Sunset, Louisiana.
The new mural pays tribute to the Chenier brothers’ enduring influence on Zydeco music, celebrates Sunset’s deep connection to the rubboard, and honors Louisiana’s vibrant creative community. Designed and painted by Louisiana artists Liz and Jed Cornett of Forest Hill, the mural was selected through a competitive application process. The work also commemorates the 100th anniversary of Clifton Chenier’s birth, capturing the legacy of the “King of Zydeco” alongside his brother, Cleveland, whose mastery of the rubboard helped define the sound of an entire genre.
“The Chenier family represents the very soul of Louisiana,” said Lieutenant Governor Billy Nungesser. “Through their music, they told the story of people – their struggles, their celebrations, and our unique Louisiana spirit. Zydeco is more than just music; it’s a living part of our culture that brings people together, and the Chenier legacy continues to inspire new generations to keep that rhythm alive.”…