# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Authors in April - 2026
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 11 Apr, 2026 at 12:00 pm – Sat, 11 Apr, 2026 at 02:00 pm
- **Event Description**: Authors in April is an annual literary fundraiser supporting the LSUS Pioneer Heritage Center, bringing celebrated authors to Shreveport for engaging conversations about history, culture, and storytelling.

This year’s featured author is Eliot Stein, award-winning journalist and BBC editor, who will discuss his acclaimed book "Custodians of Wonder." Inspired by his global reporting, Stein’s work explores the last people keeping ancient customs and traditions alive, and why preserving these stories matters now more than ever.

Join us for an inspiring afternoon of conversation, reflection, and community on April 11, 2026, at 12:00 PM at Sam's Town Casino - Shreveport, LA. Proceeds from this event benefit the LSUS Pioneer Heritage Center and support its mission to preserve and share North Louisiana regional history.

For additional information or to purchase tickets, please contact the LSUS Pioneer Heritage Center at marty.young@lsus.edu
 or call (318) 797-5339.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/shreveport/authors-in-april-2026/200029711385255
- **Event Categories**: art, literary-art, nonprofit, storytelling
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 49

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Shreveport
- **state**: LA
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Samstown Casino and Hotel
- **lat**: 32.51825
- **long**: -93.74583
- **full address**: Samstown Casino and Hotel, 315 Clyde Fant Pkwy,Shreveport, Louisiana, United States

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Authors in April - 2026 being held?
  - **A:** Authors in April - 2026 takes place on Sat, 11 Apr, 2026 at 12:00 pm to Sat, 11 Apr, 2026 at 02:00 pm at Samstown Casino and Hotel, 315 Clyde Fant Pkwy,Shreveport, Louisiana, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Authors in April - 2026?
  - **A:** Authors in April - 2026 is organized by Pioneer Heritage Center - LSUS.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Authors in April - 2026 is ideal for art lovers, collectors, creatives, and anyone inspired by visual arts, installations, and exhibitions. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Shreveport, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Authors in April - 2026 sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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