April 7, 2026

Ms. Melissa Saye
Director
Northeast Louisiana Children’s Museum
323 Walnut Street
Monroe, LA 71201

Dear Ms. Saye,

Please consider this letter as evidence of my agreement to serve in the capacity of a scholar/consultant for the Louisiana Endowment for the Humanities Rebirth grant project that is designed to provide a cultural/historical perspective of the Cajun culture in Louisiana.  In my role, I will assist with project research and program design that will include the development of an interactive presentation and the hands-on activities the children will engage in.

Known as the “Bard of the South” my education and experience include a vast understanding and perspective of Acadiana/Cajun culture in Louisiana.  My expertise will help to guide the project staff with the development and implementation of a new and creative approach to introduce young people to Cajun culture. In my capacity as a scholar, I will provide my services for a fee in the amount of $500.00.

I am honored to be a part of this innovative program that will provide a new humanities-themed program for the children of  Northeast Louisiana.

Sincerely,

Rickey Pittman
Bard of the South