Louisiana State University's Museum of Art features a significant collection of American and British portraiture, furniture, and decorative arts, as well as the work of regional artists.
The mission of the center is to offer opportunities for artists, organizations, students, scholars, visitors and the community to form an experience of vibrant and diverse visual and performing arts.
The mission of the BR Walls Project is to stimulate creativity and economic growth that inspires community change, unity & growth in our city by having artists paint key landmark walls in our downtown area.
Educational programs, workshops, lectures, festivals, and other special events illustrate and interpret the lifestyle of the French Creoles. Of special interest is the open hearth kitchen where regular cooking demonstrations are held.
Mark Twain said the Old State Capitol was the ugliest building on the Mississippi River. No one in BR agrees. Fully restored to its former grandeur, the statehouse now houses multimedia exhibits on the State's colorful political history.
Built in 1929 by the “Kingfish,” Huey P. Long, the Mansion served as the Executive Residence from 1930 until 1963 and housed nine of Louisiana’s governors including Earl K. Long and the “singing governor,” Jimmie Davis.
One of the “Top 10 Outdoor Museums in the World!" Travel back in time in three unique areas of the Museum: The Barn, The Plantation and Folk Architecture. Don't miss "Harvest Days" or "A Rural Life Christmas."
Features thematic exhibits on Louisiana history, industry and culture, including two permanent exhibitions-- "Grounds for Greatness: Louisiana and the Nation," and "Experiencing Louisiana: Discovering the Soul of America."
Tour the USS Kidd (aka "The Pirate of the Pacific"), a Fletcher-class destroyer permanently docked on the riverfront as part of our Veteran's Memorial.
Built in 1838, the Arsenal had military importance due to its location on the Mississippi River. Houses exhibits on the Arsenal construction and the history of the New State Capitol grounds.
