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Annual Events
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Barn Demonstration Day
The Museum showcases the big red barn that anchors its six acre campus. The spotlight will be on the importance of keeping historic crafts and trades alive as well as the workshops and hands-on activities the museum offers year-round.
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Birth & Wellness Retreat
Join Nanette McCann of A Caring Season Doula and the Museum’s very own Mary Costello for a welcoming women’s only retreat where expectant mothers can draw strength and encouragement from each other and from historical tales of mothers and midwives, modern day pregnancy and postpartum pointers, and relaxing meditative activities.
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Christmas in July Card Party
The West Baton Rouge Historical Association hosts this annual fundraiser where in addition to a round of cards, participants can look forward to door prizes and a good meal.
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Easter Eggstravaganza
Come out and enjoy this old fashioned spring celebration that includes crafts, games, and Easter egg hunts for all ages.
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Ethel Claiborne Dameron Lecture Series
This lecture series is held annually in memory of Ethel Claiborne Dameron, founder of the West Baton Rouge Historical Association and West Baton Rouge Museum.
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Merry Not Scary Halloween
The West Baton Rouge Parish Library and the West Baton Rouge Museum promise tricks, treats, and terribly fun activities and entertainment for Halloween revelers, young and old on the Museum grounds.
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National History Day
Every year, millions of students present their unique research for participation in regional, state, and national contests.
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SugarFest 2022
At this annual sweet celebration of the sugar cane harvest you can learn about local culture, music and history, with a variety of folk art, occupational craft demonstrations and much more.
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Summer History Camp
Museum staff, visiting artists, and other special guests such as scientists and historical characters will take campers through a series of fun and creative hands on activities including games, experiments, crafts, and storytelling.
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Teachers' Institute
This three-day summer professional development series is open to in-service K-12 teachers across all subject areas.
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Veterans on Parade
The annual West Baton Rouge “Veterans on Parade" is designed to bring veterans and their families together with the general public to show our appreciation for their service and the sacrifices they make to protect our freedom and keep our nation safe.
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Volunteer Appreciation Party
We want to invite everyone that’s ever been a part of our volunteer network or interested in volunteering to come out and celebrate!