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Magnolia Mound Plantation House shows history of Louisiana’s colonial time, offers tours
BATON ROUGE, La. (BRPROUD) — Magnolia Mound Plantation House is a place where visitors can step into history to get a glimpse of Louisiana’s colonial period. According to a National Register of Historic Places Nomination Form, the plantation house “has both significance and beauty” and shows visitors a typical late 18th-century settlers house from the French and Spanish colonial period in Louisiana.
Todd O'Neill, Blackberry Smoke and more music shows in Baton Rouge and Lafayette this week
TODD O'NEILL: Live After Five, Rhorer Plaza, 5 p.m. CASEY SABA: Agile Brewing, 5:30 p.m. PERIQUE: Istrouma Brewing, St. Gabriel, 5:30 p.m. THE BAND LOUISIANA: Rockin' on the Railroad, Addis, 5:30 p.m. CAJUN ROOTS: St. John's Festival de la Prairie, Prairieville, 6 p.m. CHRIS LEBLANC: Tallulah's at the Renaissance, 6...
Where to hear live music in Baton Rouge
Sure, you can catch live music in bars and restaurants around town, but during spring and fall, two series offer free outdoor concerts. The Arts Council of Greater Baton Rouge presents Sunday in the Park, and will wrap up its spring slate of shows at 2 p.m. Sunday at Shaw Center Plaza, 100 Lafayette St.
SU Ag Center to hold spring garden workshop
BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) - The Southern University Ag Center will hold its Annual Spring Garden Workshop at 9 a.m. on Thursday, April 25. The event will take place at the Maurice A. Edmond Livestock Arena Multi-Purpose Building. The address is 14600 Scenic Hwy. in Baton Rouge, La. This year’s...
5 Baton Rouge Artists You Should Know
A shot from Jeremiah Ariaz's series "Louisiana Trail Riders". One of Baton Rouge’s most established and respected artists, Randell Henry has been working and teaching in the region for over forty years now. His abstract mixed media works lend themselves to viewer interpretation—brilliant expressions of color, shape, and pattern that vibrate with energy and movement. For Henry himself, though, the works, in a language of their own, often convey private expressions and ideas on family, culture, mythology, and music. The resonance of such improvisational artistry has brought Henry’s work to esteemed exhibitions and institutions across the globe. But here in Baton Rouge, aspiring artists get the benefit of his hands-on mentorship.
Whisker Wednesday: Meet Milo, a black cat up for adoption
BATON ROUGE, La. (BRPROUD) — Holly Carey of Cat Haven is back with another beautiful cat looking for his “furever” home this Whisker Wednesday. Milo is a black lap cat around two years old who loves getting extra pets and hugs. His adoption fee is $125. He’s neutered, microchipped and has all of his vaccinations.
Baton Rouge burger joint collaborates with Pantone to create signature color
Identifying one's signature color has a certain panache, right?. Smalls Sliders took their signature color a step further. The restaurant chain partnered with the Pantone Color Institute to craft Smorange — a vibrant orange hue synonymous with the made-to-order cheeseburger brand — that they've trademarked. The orange color...
Disney On Ice Presents: Magic in the Stars at the River Center
BATON ROUGE - Disney on Ice returns to the capital city this weekend to present its new program "Magic in the Stars." There will be figure skating, high-flying acrobatics, innovative lighting, and some of your favorite iconic Disney stars—plus a few new ones. The show features performances from Princess...
Dancing for Big Buddy kicks off Saturday! Vote for your Storm Station Meteorologist Emma Kate Cowan!
BATON ROUGE - The countdown is on for Dancing for Big Buddy, a night of festivities and fun as local celebrities dance for charity. Storm Station Meteorologist Emma Kate Cowan will be one of the star dancers! You can vote for her, see the list of every dancer participating, and purchase tickets for the event here. The event kicks off for a fun-filled night on Saturday.
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