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West Baton Rouge Museum will be the host site for a new series exploring the challenges of Acacian genealogy research that will take place on three consecutive Saturdays: June 10th, 17th, and 24th, 2023 from 10 AM – 12 NOON. Participants will engage in their own family tree in a three-week interactive workshop with notable guest speakers recognized in the field of genealogy. Each session will conclude with a roundtable discussion to share stories, research challenges, and family connections discovered amongst each other through this discussion and exploration of family history.

Anyone with an acoustic instrument is welcome to join in the fun and music lovers are welcome to sit back and enjoy listening to old time country, bluegrass, Cajun and folk tunes. Free and open to public!

Beginner Shuttle Tatting will be held on Tuesday, June 15th, 2023 from 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM. In this class, participants will use their fingers similar to knitting or crochet and will focus on mastering the double stitch. The results are creating beautiful edging that can be used on heirloom clothing. Please note, participants should not have dexterity (arthritis or joint) issues. Space is limited, and advanced registration is required by calling the Museum. The cost is $30.

Please join the West Baton Rouge Museum on Friday, June 16, 2023 from 6-8 PM for Historical Happy Hour. This month’s Happy Hour will feature music from the band, Cajun Roots and refreshments from Raising Canes. It will also serve as the opening reception for the upcoming exhibit, The River is the Road: Paintings by George Rodrigue.

The West Baton Rouge Museum presents The River Is the Road: Paintings by George Rodrigue. Coinciding with the 10th anniversary of Rodrigue’s death, this exhibition will open June 17, 2023. This exhibit is the first of its kind and traces 45 years of the river in Rodrigue’s paintings, exploring the unique ways Rodrigue used the river as a reference to his Cajun heritage, and ultimately as a metaphor for the journey of life. The exhibition, organized by the Life & Legacy Foundation, includes 45 original artworks, including paintings, pastels, and sculpture from the private collection of Wendy Rodrigue, the George Godfrey Rodrigue, Jr. Family Trust, and selected works borrowed from collectors. In addition, Wendy Rodrigue, widow of artist George Rodrigue, will host in-person tours for area schools during Fall 2023. We are extremely grateful for the exhibit and program sponsorship of Telich Custom Homes and Morgan Stanley.

West Baton Rouge Museum will be the host site for a new series exploring the challenges of Acacian genealogy research that will take place on three consecutive Saturdays: June 10th, 17th, and 24th, 2023 from 10 AM – 12 NOON. Participants will engage in their own family tree in a three-week interactive workshop with notable guest speakers recognized in the field of genealogy. Each session will conclude with a roundtable discussion to share stories, research challenges, and family connections discovered amongst each other through this discussion and exploration of family history.

Registration opens March 1st, 2023 for the Museum’s twenty-eighth annual “Blast from the Past” summer history camp series. Registration is open for campers ages 6 - 12 interested in taking an adventure through Louisiana with the help of celebrated artist, George Rodrigue (1944-2013), and his legendary Blue Dog.

West Baton Rouge Museum will be the host site for a new series exploring the challenges of Acacian genealogy research that will take place on three consecutive Saturdays: June 10th, 17th, and 24th, 2023 from 10 AM – 12 NOON. Participants will engage in their own family tree in a three-week interactive workshop with notable guest speakers recognized in the field of genealogy. Each session will conclude with a roundtable discussion to share stories, research challenges, and family connections discovered amongst each other through this discussion and exploration of family history.

The WBR Oasis Jazz Band will be playing a free concert at the Museum on Saturday, June 24 starting at 3:00 PM. The concert, "Latin Fire", will be featuring music from Tito Puente, Yo-Yo Ma, Maynard Ferguson, Chick Corea, War, and more!

The West Baton Rouge Museum is the new permanent host for the Cajun French Music Association's Le Jam. Please note that, although the jam is normally on the third Sunday of the month, this month is an exception because of Fathers’ Day. Guests are encouraged to participate!

Registration opens March 1st, 2023 for the Museum’s twenty-eighth annual “Blast from the Past” summer history camp series. Registration is open for campers ages 6 - 12 interested in taking an adventure through Louisiana with the help of celebrated artist, George Rodrigue (1944-2013), and his legendary Blue Dog.

The West Baton Rouge Museum is hosting a once a month Yoga workshop on the last Tuesday of each month at 6PM.