What a fantastic visitors center. It is right off the highway, follow the signs. It doesn't look…read morelike your typical center but a quaint large house like a "home. The grounds are beautiful with large old oak trees. There is plenty of park ing with a separate area for the pets. The front porch is so nostalgic and the A/C when we walked in was wonderful. It is very clean, well organized and has that Louisiana tasteful flair. The bathroom was impeccable with fresh flowers. A very nice touch. They offered ice cold bottle water and plenty of information for all parts of Louisiana. The 2 ladies were very nice and ready to provide us great customer service. Stop here!

Such a beautiful peaceful place to stop! The ladies working here were friendly and helpful. They…read moreeven let us pet their baby alligator!

It was our first stop on our Southern Civil Rights Trip and I was filled with eager anticipation to…read morelearn! As soon as we got off the bus, Elaine welcomed us and she had on the most beautiful dress! She floated over to the first building we would sit in and showed us to our seats. We were then greeted by Darryl Hambrick, one of the founders of this museum. I was amazed when he held up a picture of Martin Luther King and pointed to his dad nearby in the photograph! Already, I felt there was a special connection to history and stories he could share with us. The River Road African American Museum is filled with so many interesting and historical items to learn from and look at!! Darryl was so gracious in explaining many things and answering any questions we had. He explained and has us think about the mental health of both the enslaver and the enslaved. He brought understanding to the long standing phrase "keep out of my kitchen" and how it deals with the matter of life and death and not just losing a job. He also told us stories about how enslavers would use their enslaved as guinea pigs for medical operations. It was awful and yet a part of history that needed to be shared. Donaldsonville was the place where the first successful c-section was performed. One of the items that caught my eye were a pair of shackles framed in a box. I have always read and watched movies about the enslaved being bound up by these horrid items but I have never seen them in person. I almost felt it was irreverent to stare at the shackles but also to not even acknowledge that they existed. We learned so much at this museum that we felt even though it was day 1, we could go home full with new knowledge! Nearby the museum, there are other parts to tour, such as the Church of the Ascension (beautiful building with lots of history), the school with a special garden, and a very historical Julien sugarcane planting machine. Our visit to Donaldsonville was rich with experiences we will not forget and stories that were so special and touching. There is a lot of pain that occurred here and in history that needs to be addressed and this is a good place to start learning.

Review 1200. This is…read morean amazing place! I highly recommend this to anyone remotely interested in the history of people of color in this state. Located out in Donaldsonville, LA in Ascension Parish, the ambassador working comes from a long line of people who have lived in the area for generations, brought here against their will and who have stayed because of the history they have created here. Admission is $5 cash only. The success of the plantations in Louisiana were because of the enslaved. Literal fortune was earned on the literal back of those who had no actual voice, who had no choice. Here they focus on the local plantations in this parish and the lives they affected. It highlights local artists and promotes the artwork. I found out about this from the Louisiana African American Heritage Trail on the state of Louisiana website. Each time I come to a place on that list, I am more amazed. I promise that this is well worth the trip out. Inside these walls tells the stories of a people who have had to overcome so very much. If you are not going to one of the plantations on the Heritage Trail, but going to others, I definitely recommend a visit here to see the other side.

Grey and fun stadium to watch a game. They say this is one of the toughest places to play at. I…read moremight can believe this at times, but honestly was just a little disappointed in the crowd noise, but it's still very loud. The inside part of the stadium is nice and up to date. The seats are older and need repainting but still in great shape. The grass on the field is pristine and looks phenomenal. The outside even looks very good and up to date, very minimalistic. For the concourse area where the concessions are are extremely old. It needs updating badly. It's just not in good shape. They have great food and drink options, but just old and tattered. The bathrooms are even worse. It's like they have never even tried to update these. I mean you are using toilets and troughs, it's that bad. I honestly expected more. I walked around the whole stadium expecting there to be some cool LSU memorial of former player, but there was nothing. Just an old concourse that nobody has put any thought too. Overall, I expected much much more from the long tall tails I've heard from this place, but just didn't live up to the hype. Great time, great people, and great atmosphere. Just a very old stadium wrapped in glitter. Also, don't let the preconception fool you of people saying these are rude and ugly fans. They are not! These are some of the nicest fans I have ever met. I was wearing the opposing fans gear and was treated very well and very nicely. It definitely changed my thoughts on lsu fans, and honestly kind of made me a small fan of them.

Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge is truly one of the most impressive places on earth! There's nothing…read morelike stepping into Death Valley on a Saturday night--the energy is electric, the noise is deafening, and the passion is unmatched. Honestly, there isn't a close second when it comes to college football atmospheres. What makes it even more special are the Cajun folks of LSU. The fans here aren't just passionate--they're welcoming, fun-loving, and make the entire game day experience unforgettable. The tailgating scene is second to none: from jambalaya to gumbo, crawfish boils to boudin, you're surrounded by incredible food and even better people who treat you like family, no matter where you're from. Simply put, Death Valley is college football heaven. If you've never experienced a Saturday night here, you're missing out on one of the greatest traditions in sports. GEAUX TIGERS!

I find myself at the State Archives building a lot for meetings and to early vote, and there have…read morebeen so many times that I have breezed through and not taken the time to take in the exhibits. Following a meeting this week, I meandered through the gallery to see Louisiana artists' work and then headed into the exhibit room, featuring over a century of photography gear including cameras and several different photos and media prints through the years. Other exhibits I have seen included Carnival history, woman-specific Louisiana history, cuisine, and so many other fun subjects. They give tours and provide personal guides if wanted. (the website has more information.) There is an archive library you can request to access, but you must call. They even host special events there, and my friend attended a fundraiser for a non-profit noting it was wonderful. I would love for people to consider dropping in to appreciate the history of our amazing Louisiana!

The Louisiana Book Festival is a fantastic event held downtown in the vicinity of the State…read moreLibrary. It celebrates everything related to books and reading, as well as the authors who write these various types of books. The special emphasis is always on Louisiana authors, topics, and publishers. There is always a scheduled program of discussions, book signings, and panels to attend. It is so filled with various events that there is always a big printed program, and now there's even an app for Apple & Android devices so you can know where and when things are going on. It's also a great event for young readers, there's always lots of children's and young adult literature and authors as well as activities for the kids. This year I saw a paper making tent, and characters from children's books walking about in costume taking pictures with the kids. It's great to see parents bringing their young ones to an event that promotes books and reading.

Attended again after 4 years with my 12yr old daughter and one of her friends. We enjoyed a live…read morecooking demonstration by a chef from NOLA. At the end we were able to try some of the chili and cornbread she made. The girls enjoyed making the paper again. There seemed to be less vendors this time but it was still nice. Maybe the setup was just different. Also ,there seemed to be less food vendors and no live music. Overall we enjoyed the nice weather and just being outside. We would definitely attend again.

Stopped in here during a downtown social bike ride tour. Ms. Sadie's son gave us the tour and…read moreshared that he is reopening the museum in honor of his mom since her death a year ago. Creative details on the outside and lots of history on the inside. My family and I very much enjoyed viewing all the historical items and hearing stories about amazing women in Black History. Hopefully this museum will do well and continue to do great things!

Nice exhibits , only a $5 donation- good personal tour. Ms Sadie is friendly and very…read moreknowledgeable. The tour takes about 1/2 hour

It may be blasphemous for a self proclaimed baseball fan that bleeds purple and gold to say I have…read morenever been to an LSU baseball game, but sadly until Saturday night this was the case. I have been to countless football games, basketball games and even an intramural rugby game at LSU. Alex Box does an unbelievable job documenting LSU's baseball success through out its history with plaques of All-American Players banners of their 6 NCAA Championships, and a Hall of Fame inside the stadium. The Hall of Fame is free to ticket holders and stays open through out the 7th inning. The stadium itself is very nice, better than a lot of minor league stadiums I have been too. The fan support is also unbelievable!! Tiger fans boo every ball and cheer every stike to the opposing team. "Geaux Tigers!" will be chanted through out the game and not 1 fan dares not join in. There are playgrounds on each end of the stadium for the kiddos to play. Ticket prices are dirt cheap! 5.53 will get you a seat in the bleachers if you are lucky enough to buy them without a scalper. (I paid 20.00 a piece for these as the game was sold out). So why not 5 stars? Well the Tigers lost for 1 so that dampered my mood and no beer at college venues. I hate that rule as beer and baseball are like peanut butter and jelly. Overall though a great place to watch a game.

This place is awesome. I get chill bumps every time I walk up the stairs and see the field. There…read moreis not a bad seat in the stadium. I love stadium food and they definitely have it. Some of the items are a little on the small side but has a large price. I can normal fresh a hot dog before I even make it back to my seat. On this occasion I had chicken tenders and french fries, and a bottle of water. It was $11.50. Luckily I had enough beers tailgating to not care how much it was. I don't even have say I'll be back because that should be understood. GEAUX TIGERS!!!!!!

Had an absolute blast!! Always looking for exciting new clean fun things to do in the city. My…read morehusband typically not to big on photo taking but also enjoyed himself. Owner very kind and professional. Clean & comfortable environment. Totally worth the time & money. 5 Starz