National History Day is an academic national history fair that allows middle and high school students to develop papers, documentaries, exhibitions, performances, and websites for participation in regional, state, and national contests. Read on...
This new exhibit titled Life in the 1940s in West Baton Rouge will feature artifacts and photographs from the West Baton Rouge Historical Association's collection that highlight this event filled decade. The exhibit will be on display until March 20th. Read on...
The West Baton Rouge Museum will host a 1940’s style USO Dance on Sunday, January 23 from 3 – 5 PM with a patriotic flair in celebration of the opening of the exhibit, Pelican State Goes to War. Read on...
On January 22nd, The West Baton Rouge Museum will unveil a new special exhibit, The Pelican State Goes to War: Louisiana in World War II. Produced by The National WWII Museum, the exhibit will run through March 20th, 2022. Read on...
On the 3rd Friday 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!
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!
