Cool place to go for a learning experience. Especially if your not from the South. Check it out.read more

Starting point for the nature trail. Inside you will find restrooms, a small gift shop ,…read moremaps/brochures, exhibits & displays as well as helpful staff. It's a must stop if you are doing the trail or if you just need a quick bathroom break off the interstate. Will was working behind the desk during our stop and was extremely enthusiastic about the trail and culture of the area and was very helpful in providing info. I was very entertained by the interactive displays;) My favorite was the music station ....yes I was a big kid "playing" the instruments but I enjoyed every minute. It's an exhibit with different musical instruments with a choice of Zydeco or Cajun music . Once you choose which genre you want to hear, background music starts playing. It's up to you to bring the song to life by "playing" the different instruments: mandolin, washboard, accordion etc. Kids or adults, it's fun ;) Here you can also smell popular Cajun spices , peek inside a pelican's mouth, hear how common Cajun words and phrases are pronounced , take home a recipe and even try on clothes for a photo opp. Several exhibits also cover the wildlife and plants you will likely see on the trail. Everything is very well done! Definitely worth a stop.

I did not order any food and was just there for some drinks. The place is big but small if you…read morecould imagine that idea... a lot of kids in the crowd. Most of the playing musicians friends. The music is somewhat good but could be better... the collective ambience I got was: I am just a bit too old for this place...

Great drinks, fun space, live music, and cool bartenders. What else do you need? We tried several…read moredrinks on the drink menu and all were good. Advertised several events that sounds really great. Very welcoming to everyone who came in.

Went with a couple friends to see The Shark Is Broken last night. OMG, if I had not driven with my…read morefriends, I would have left within the first 15. I was stuck for 2 hours, while 3 people droned on and on with dialogue only that was supposed to be behind the scenes on the boat of the making of JAWS. It was like watching a bad high school play. I know it's non profit, but my $15 could of gone to dinner or a movie. The acting was not that great, especially the guy who was supposed to be Richard Dreyfuss...overactor...

This is a historical non-profit theatre that has provided high-quality productions and shows to the…read morecommunity. From patrons attending the show to the actors, volunteers, and board, every single person cares for this place and wants it to succeed. The theatre even survived Laura and Delta whereas others are still coming back! The place is still a work in progress, but once you walk in, you'll be welcomed with a smile and will be happy you came.

My friends and I were visiting Lake Charles from Colorado and wanted a Louisiana souvenir. We went…read moreto Painting with a Teist and did a swamp scene. It was SO fun AND we get to take home an awesome souvenir. Thanks Sarah!

Great experience! A group of us girls went during the work week. We planned it a month in advance…read more There were other groups too. If you have a party of 10 or more, you can request a private room. We arrived, signed in, and was directed to our table..blank canvasses, and paint. We each bought wine. The establishment had bottle openers and disposable cups. I bought my own glass; others had Yetis and other drinking containers. There was music, games, giveaways, etc. We all had so much fun! I would definitely go again.

i went with my friends, we decided to order a pizza and the guy at the counter which i think his…read morename was jamarion he was very kind and funny. great service !!! the man at the box giving out tickets was also very kind and the lady who brought the food was really sweet. totally recommend this theatre!!

We love watching movie here. I used the app to buy our tickets before hand and we were able to just…read morewalk in and order our popcorn and drinks. The theatre was clean and comfortable. We loved the big screen and nice sound system. I highly recommend this spot to watch your movie while on a date or with your family.

The best kept secret in the Lake Charles area. They have been around forever!! You should hear…read morethis wonderful orchestra in person if in the area.

Listed on the Louisiana African American Heritage Trail, this gallery has rotating art collections…read morehighlighting the contributions to southwest Louisiana's culture. I found it to be very peaceful and thought provoking. I would recommend anyone stop by if they are in the area.

The largest gallery in "Imperial Calcasieu" with almost 6,000 Square Feet, it is filled with…read morefabulous Art in a variety of mediums. Just about anyone could afford these prices! All of the artists who display in this gallery are professional artists, and they operate Gallery by the Lake in Lake Charles, Louisiana. Paintings in : Oils; Pastels; Watercolors; Pen and ink; Charcoal. Art in the form of: Pottery; Wire sculpture; Fine Art Photography. Affordable Excellence and Variety - that sums it up very well.