A preventive excavation took place in 2013 at a site called La Piéta in Port-Louis, a location identified through historical maps as having been home to buildings from one, then two, sugar plantation residences—Barbotteau and Rodrigue—during the 18th and 19th centuries. These excavations are typically carried out to uncover and preserve historical remains before construction or development projects begin. The findings from this site are set to be reviewed in an upcoming conference. Nathalie Serrand, an archaeologist with Inrap, the French National Institute for Preventive Archaeological Research, will present the results of the excavation at a conference scheduled for Friday, December 18, 2026, at 6:30 PM. The event will take place at Fort Delgrès in Basse-Terre, Guadeloupe. This conference aims to share insights into the historical and archaeological significance of the site, shedding light on the region's colonial past and the role of sugar plantations in shaping its development. The excavation at La Piéta is part of a broader effort to understand and preserve the cultural heritage of Guadeloupe. Sugar plantations played a central role in the island's economy during the colonial era, and their remnants offer valuable clues about the lives of those who lived and worked there. By studying these sites, archaeologists can reconstruct aspects of daily life, social structures, and economic practices from the past. The article detailing this event was published on September 22, 2026, and was last updated on the same day. The information highlights the ongoing importance of archaeological research in uncovering and protecting historical sites, particularly those tied to complex and often painful histories of colonization and labor.