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Museums dedicated to the history and traditions of Carnival are open for visits year-round. Here are some worth visiting if you can't make it to Louisiana for Mardi Gras. So you've planned a visit to Louisiana, but it doesn't coincide with the…
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The Louisiana State Museums offer a captivating journey through the state’s rich history, culture and art. From historical sites to unique art collections, each location tells a story of Louisiana’s diverse heritage. Whether you’re exploring New…
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From antiques and museums to historic opera houses and Cajun food, get ready to explore a simpler side of Louisiana. 1. Zydeco Cajun Prairie Byway, Crowley This driving trail is part of the Louisiana Trails & Byways initiative and the Zydeco…
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For more than 50 years, the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival — known to locals as Jazz Fest — has brought together millions of people from around the world to celebrate jazz in Louisiana. The grand event unfolds every year during the last…
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Alexandria and the adjacent Pineville, just across the Red River, form a hub, combining elements of north and south Louisiana neighbors. Cajun bonhomie and an annual Mardi Gras celebration thrive among all the amenities of a modern Southern city.…
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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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New Orleans is the birthplace of jazz. Learn about the rich history of the area's famous jazz musicians and their continuing influence on jazz in New Orleans and the rest of the world. When people visit New Orleans, they'll inevitably hear music…
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Discover the history of Hansen's Disease and the research that led to a miraculous treatment. Carville and Leprosy Like so many rural communities along the Mississippi River Road, Carville is a small town lost in the farmlands defining its…
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Here's a roundup of Louisiana events and activities happening this weekend. Blossoming azaleas and Cajun-spiced crawfish boils fill the air during the spring in Louisiana. Festivals celebrate just about anything under the sun — from music to food…
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Places that are rich in history and creative talent—and are also preservation-minded—are bound to have many sites that display these attritubes for all to see. Louisiana is such a place. The state treasures its long history and values the ongoing…