The Old Benevolent Society of West Feliciana Parish was established after the Civil War to help freed slaves with burial. Over time, the organization grew to be an integral part of the African-American community. The Society cared for the sick, provided food for the needy, and even established an early form of medical insurance.
“The Story of a Building” focuses on the Old Benevolent Society Restoration Committee’s mission to restore the Old Benevolent Society building and make it an active educational and gathering space for the entire community of West Feliciana.
