Ifirst tasted the salty sweetness of the jambon sandwich more than 20 years ago when artist George Marks was serving the hot ham, fig and Asiago cheese deliciousness at an art show in Arnaudville.

Having just moved back after establishing himself as a fine artist in Baton Rouge, Marks was intent on growing an arts community in his small hometown. He started by connecting people with fig sandwiches and great art.

Over the ensuing decades, Marks and an eclectic group of creatives have coalesced into a vibrant arts community that has attracted national and global attention. NUNU Arts and Culture Collective on the Courtableau Highway is its hub. NUNU occupies a large old warehouse with ever-changing interiors — designed to morph into an art gallery, music venue, workshop or some combination

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