Video Archives

Step back in time with the Jefferson Parish Historical Society’s captivating video archive! This collection offers a unique window into our parish’s past, bringing to life the stories, faces, and moments that static images alone cannot capture. From historical footage of significant events and interviews with long-time residents to documentaries exploring our diverse communities and evolving landscape, this archive provides an engaging and dynamic way to connect with the vibrant history of Jefferson Parish. Prepare to witness history unfold before your eyes and gain a deeper appreciation for the legacy that continues to shape our present.

West Jefferson Tourism Jury Pool Video

Jefferson Genesis: Westwego

The Westbank: A Great Place to Be

Jefferson Portraits: The Face Behind the School III

Jefferson Portraits: The Face Behind the School II

Jefferson Portraits: The Face Behind the School I

Jefferson Genesis: Metairie

Jefferson Genesis: Grand Isle

The First Five Years of the Jefferson Parish Players Theatre, 1976
Jefferson Genesis: Kenner
The Vanishing State of Louisiana
Hurricane Carla Damage Assessment, 1961, Lafitte, LA
Civil Defense Drill at West Jefferson Medical Center
Jefferson Genesis: Lafitte, Part II
Jefferson Genesis: Lafitte, Part I
R. Emmet Kennedy Commemoration
Growing Up Gretna – Work and Play
Jefferson Genesis: Gretna
Growing Up Gretna – Families Who Pray
Growing Up Gretna – My Father, the Mayor
Louisiana – With a German Accent
The Avondale Story
“Footnotes” — David Crockett Steam Fire Co. No. 1
“FYI” — Jefferson Parish Sesquicentennial
The Jefferson Parish Story