The Museum will be the host site for a new series exploring the challenges of Acadian genealogy research that will take place on June 10th, 17th, and 24th. Participants will engage in their own family tree in a three-week interactive workshop. Read on...
Please join the West Baton Rouge Museum on Friday, June 16th, 2023 from 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM for Historical Happy Hour. This month’s Happy Hour will feature Cajun Roots and refreshments from Raising Canes. Read on...
Registration is now open for our annual Teachers’ Institute. This year’s three-day professional development series is based on the life and work of George Rodrigue. This professional development series is open to K-12 teachers across all subject areas. Read on...
The Museum presents The River Is the Road: Paintings by George Rodrigue. Opening June 17th, this exhibit traces 45 years of the river in Rodrigue’s paintings and explores the ways he used the river as a reference to Cajun heritage and the journey of life. Read on...
The Museum hosts a series of workshops held in the Big Red Barn led by Louisiana artists and craftsmen. Be sure to check back regularly as we offer special programs to accompany changing exhibits. Read on...
The Museum is hosting a once a month Yoga workshop on the last Tuesday of each month at 6:00 PM. Classes will be led by twenty-six year veteran instructor, Elena Moreno-Keegan. All ages and skill levels are welcome, including first timers! Read on...
Jam sessions are open 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. The jam will be held on May 7th to avoid overlapping with Mothers’ Day. Read on...
The Museum hosts this program for those who speak French, are learning French, or simply support the French language and culture in Louisiana. Speakers of any dialect and any skill level are welcome. Read on...
The Museum is excited to introduce a new monthly program, Behind the Barn Doors! Join us on the first Sunday of the month in the Big RED Cypress Barn for demonstrations and workshops including Blacksmithing, Spinning, Weaving, and Woodworking. Read on...