The Museum periodically hosts Lunchtime Lectures to accompany permanent and changing exhibits. This program features guest lecturers including scholars, historians, artists and authors to name a few who speak from 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM. Read on...
The Museum is pleased to host a screening of Tambou, a film primarily in Kouri-Vini (Louisiana Creole), on April 1st, 2023. Guests are invited to a reception at 5:00 PM. The film screening will begin at 6:30 PM. Read on...
On April 2nd the Museum and the West Baton Rouge Parish Library are partnering to host the annual Easter Egg-stravaganza. This old-fashioned spring celebration will be held on the grounds of the West Baton Rouge Museum and is FREE and open to the public. Read on...
Registration opens on March 1st, 2023 for the Museum's 28th annual "Blast from the Past" summer history camp. Registration is open for campers ages 6-12 interested in taking an adventure through Louisiana with the help of George Rodrigue and his Blue Dog. Read on...
In accompaniment to the Ron's Retro: Honoring Ronald Kennedy with Local Black Artists exhibit, the Museum is will be hosting the following workshops taught by the several of the featured artists. Read on...
The Museum is pleased to invite visitors of all ages to a FREE event celebrating the opening of Ben Peabody’s Art and Addiction on Saturday, April 15th from 6 PM - 8 PM. Step right up for a fun evening with live music and a chance to meet the artist. 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...
Please join the Museum in collaboration with 89.3 WRKF on Friday, April 21st, 2023 from 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM for Historical Happy Hour. Mark your calendars and get ready to give a round of applause for Nick Spitzer and Kenny Neal! Read on...
The Museum will host the Talented Student Art Exhibition from March 25th, 2023 through April 8th, 2023. The exhibit, which will span all the museum’s galleries, features the works of K-12 Talented Art Students in West Baton Rouge Parish public schools. 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...
All lovers of Louisiana music are welcome to come by just to listen, cut a rug, or even play along! The January jam will be led by special guest Chad Huval, of Beausoleil and the Huval Family Band! 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...
The Museum is pleased to announce a new exhibit honoring Ronald Kennedy. This exhibit opens on January 19th, 2023 and will run through March 19th, 2023. Read on...
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. Read on...
