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Don't miss these budget-friendly activities when visiting New Orleans. This guide covers famous attractions, fun experiences and unique things to do for couples and families — all of which are free. That makes it easy to save your pennies for the…
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Take in the heart of Louisiana: its rolling hills of red clay and thick forests of fragrant pines — an extraordinary backdrop for exceptional people. In Ferriday, Alexandria/Pineville and Natchitoches, learn about Louisiana’s iconic Black and…
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Ascension Parish, Louisiana, is a true American treasure — a gateway to a glorious time, a portrait of life spanning more than five centuries. Nestled between New Orleans and Baton Rouge, Ascension Parish is an immense collection of diverse…
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From museums and golf to restaurants and distilleries, the capital city has plenty to keep you busy! Louisiana's capital city, Baton Rouge, has a little bit of something for every interest. History buff? Check out one of the many museums and…
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Explore the diverse list of Louisiana natives and current or former Louisiana residents who have won a prestigious GRAMMY® Award. To understand Louisiana's rich musical legacy, look to generations of talented Cajun and Creole artists. Their…
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In the 1700s and early 1800s, French Creoles from New Orleans, hardworking German settlers and planters from England traveled the Great River Road, trying to make their fortunes. They brought diverse customs that made Louisiana the mélange of…
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Iberville is one of Louisiana’s oldest parishes, named in honor of Pierre Le Moyne d’Iberville, a French explorer. Located near Baton Rouge, Iberville Parish provides plenty of things to see in southern Louisiana. Learn about these unique…
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Discover some of Louisiana's famous country musicians. JIMMIE DAVIS (1899 – 2000) was a two-term Louisiana governor and acclaimed country and gospel music artist. His greatest hit, "You Are My Sunshine," received a GRAMMY ® Hall of Fame Award and…
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Jazz was born in Louisiana! Learn about the famous musicians behind the music genre. Find museums, gravesites, recording studios, residences, music venues and many other sites around Louisiana related to its beloved musicians on our Louisiana…
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See the Civil War site where the Confederates achieved victory against Union invaders. In July 1863, in a small pocket of northwest Louisiana, the Civil War was raging. Union forces were headed up the Red River towards Shreveport, attempting to…