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  2. 2023. 4. Louisiana's Old State Capitol. 729. Speciality Museums. Louisiana's Old State Capitol sits on a hill overlooking the Mississippi River in downtown Baton Rouge. Completed in 1849, the castle-like fortress has been restored to its original grandeur.

  3. Aug 19, 2014 · Located in Baton Rouge, the Louisiana State Capitol is the tallest state capitol in the U.S., standing high at 450 feet and 34 stories tall. 8. The Indian Mounds are older than the Egyptian pyramids. On LSU’s campus are the Indian Mounds, two 6,000-year-old mounds built by Native Americans for cultural purposes.

  4. Embark on an outdoor adventure at one of Baton Rouge's sprawling parks, where you can rent kayaks, picnic, hike, and much more. Find your new favorite artist by exploring the arts and culture scene, where local and nationally-renowned artists are on display at every corner of the city. Dance the night away at free live local concerts or large ...

  5. The Old State Capitol’s museum houses artworks and historical exhibits that tell the story of Baton Rouge and Louisiana. The so-called “Castle on the River” is a dramatic example of Gothic and Victorian architecture, and was the state’s seat of government until the 1930s. Don’t miss the grandiose stained-glass dome inside — it’s ...

  6. About Baton Rouge. Named by French explorers as "the Red Stick City," Baton Rouge is where Louisiana's capital, flagship university, and distinctive Cajun and Creole cultures all come together. Located in Southeast Louisiana, Baton Rouge is the fifth largest city on the Mississippi River and home to Louisiana's largest parish. Strategically ...

  7. There are so many things to do in downtown Baton Rouge. You will find a revival is underway in the city center, where attractions range from a riverfront casino to the USS Kidd floating museum to the ultra-contemporary Shaw Center for the Arts, which clusters an art museum, gallery spaces, theaters and restaurants in the heart of downtown. But ...

  8. Nov 24, 2023 · 9. Shaw Center for the Arts. An absolute gem among the many things to do in Baton Rouge is the Shaw Center for the Arts, a vibrant cultural hotspot right in downtown. This place is a blend of everything artsy—art displays, music, theater, dance, and even amazing food.

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