The Old State Capitol building is a Gothic Revival castle built in 1847. Burned by the Union Army, the castle was repaired in 1882 and served as the state capitol until 1932. Particulary interesting is the large skylight of colored glass panes. The building, which now houses hands-on exhibits about Louisiana politics and history, also contains the state film and video archives. Please call for hours and the cost for admission.
Location:
100 North Blvd at River Road, Baton Rouge Louisiana 70801
Telephone
225-342-0500
Other History nearby:
(St Martinville) Acadian Memorial
(Lafayette) Acadian Village
(Lafayette) Alexandre Mouton House
(St Francisville) Centenary State Commemorative Area
(Destrehan) Destrehan Plantation
(Darrow) Houmas House Plantation & Gardens
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04/19 Coming to The Baton Rouge area
New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival New Orleans LA April25 The New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival, a/k/a Jazz Fest, is a 10-day cultural feast in which thousands of musicians, cooks and craftspeople welcome 500,000 visitors each year. There are two main components: the Louisiana Heritage Fair and the Ev ening Concert Series. The Lousiana Heritage Fair is the signature feature of the Festival, showcasing unforgettable music on 12 stages, delicious Louisiana cuisine in two large food areas, and crafts artisans from the region and around the world demonstrating and selling their work.
Breaux Bridge Crawfish Festival Breaux Bridge LA May3-5 The Breaux Bridge Crawfish Festival has become one of the largest gatherings of world famous Cajun, Zydeco and Swamp Pop musicians and plays host to over 30 bands on three stages during the three-day festival.
Le Festival de la Viande Boucanee Ville Platte LA June29-30 This festival, which translates into the "Smoked Meat Festival", has a World Championship Cookoff, culinary demos, Cajun smokehouse in action, and Cajun Heritage exhibitions. Thirty hours of non-stop music are also an attraction of the festival.
Cracklin Festival Port Barre LA November8 This festival is held in November in Port Barre. Four days of fun include family entertainment, Cajun and Country music, food, cooking contests, arts and crafts, and a parade.
Pepper Festival St Martinville LA September14-15 This annual festival, usually taking place on the third Sunday of October, celebrates the pepper industry in Louisiana. Benefits kids, and attractions include Cajun food, bands, and a Poker Run. One day only. Call or write for dates and times.
Best of the Bayou Festival Houma LA September29-30 Taking place in Historic Downtown Houma, the festival features Cajun and French food, music, weddings, crafts, pirogue racing, antiques, and more.
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