On loan from the National Archives Traveling Exhibits Service, the museum’s fall exhibit One Half of the People: Women in American History highlights women’s evolving rights and roles in our society. Additional Info...
Inspired by the announcement of Port Allen’s Cultural District designation, our first exhibit of 2020 will spotlight the Artists of West Baton Rouge. Our parish is home to many talented artisans and we are excited to share their work with our visitors. Additional Info...
Jam sessions are open for any musician to join in to play tunes including but not limited to Old Country, Bluegrass, Cajun and folk music. The public is invited to sit in free of charge. Additional Info...
Café français was inaugurated in response to requests by visitors for a venue to meet and enjoy the French language. It is free and open to anyone interested in attending Additional Info...
The Museum will host Cajun French Music Jam Sessions sponsored by the Baton Rouge CFMA Chapter the 3rd Sunday of each month from 3-5pm. A different artist will lead a group of interested musicians during each session. So grab your instrument and join in!
Juke Joint Men features collages of local bluesmen by JK Lawson and musically inspired metal sculptures of Ronald Trahan. It runs through December 20. The publication, Juke Joint Men, is available at the museum gift shop and select retailers.
On the 3rd Thursday of every month, join us for intellectual discussions, music, and of course, a drink. Each month we will host a different speaker, musician, panel, or any combination of the 3. You bring the drinks, we bring the history--see you soon!
