The Louisiana State Museum-Baton Rouge features thematic exhibits on the diverse aspects of Louisiana history, industry and culture. The museum includes two permanent exhibitions, entitled Grounds for Greatness: Louisiana and the Nation, and Experiencing Louisiana: Discovering the Soul of America.

Topics range from the Louisiana Purchase to Sportsmen's Paradise to Mardi Gras traditions throughout the state. Artifacts include a 48 foot wooden shrimp trawler, a Civil War submarine, a record breaking Marlin, a Krewe of lawnmowers, a New Orleans Lucky Dog cart and musical artifacts from Fats Domino, Buddy Guy, Clarence Gatemouth Brown, Aaron Neville and much more.

The Louisiana State Museum - Baton Rouge is thrilled to announce its partnership with Forum 35 in hosting the 2010 Art Melt. In addition to the July 16th opening event, the Louisiana State Museum will host an extended six week exhibition of the juried pieces in its changing exhibits gallery. The Museum is located at 660 North 4th Street, at the corner of Spanish Town Rd. in downtown Baton Rouge.

We hope to see you there!

Admission is free to Louisiana State Museum Baton Rouge. NEW Hours of operation:

• Tuesday 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
• Wednesday 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
• Thursday 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
• Friday 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
• Saturday 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
• Sunday 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM

School and group tours are also available, with special discounted group rates. Please call 225-342-5414 for more information or to schedule a tour. Enhanced curriculum guides are available for 3rd and 8th grade tours.

The Louisiana State Museum-Baton Rouge is also available for event rentals, during business and evening hours. Host your next reception, meeting, party, or lecture at this unique facility! Please call 225-219-0726 for more information.