Jefferson Parish unveils poster commemorating 200 year anniversary
Nov 13, 2024
METAIRIE, La. (WGNO) — Ahead of Jefferson Parish's Bicentennial, the Jefferson Chamber Foundation unveiled a poster commemorating its 200th anniversary.
Local artist Becky Fos created the piece that foundation organizers said "captured the unique spirit and vibrant atmosphere of Jefferson Parish."
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In the poster, you can see the Crescent City Connection bridge, the Jefferson Parish Government Center, a line of cypress trees a fishing boat and the state bird the Pelican sitting with its young on the banks of the water.
(Courtesy/Jefferson Chamber Foundation)
The poster is available for purchase with the proceeds benefitting the Jefferson Parish Community Foundation for initiatives promoting a positive change in the community, according to foundation organizers.
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To purchase a painting, visit the Jefferson Chamber Foundation website.
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