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All history museums and attractions to visit in Baton Rouge

Baton Rouge (Louisiana) is a good place to visit if you are interested in history. Below we list all 9 history museums in Baton Rouge, to lose yourself in the place's cultural heritage and local history.

Are you a real history buff and are you looking for the best history museums to visit in Baton Rouge? These are the ones:

  1. Old Louisiana State Capitol1

    Old Louisiana State Capitol

     Baton Rouge, LA
     4.4
    History & Anthropology History
  3. Louisiana Governor's Mansion2

    Louisiana Governor's Mansion

     Baton Rouge, LA
    The Louisiana Governor's Mansion, located in Baton Rouge, serves as the official residence of the governor of Louisiana and their family. This historic building offers a glimpse into the life of the state's highest-ranking official and is an important part of Louisiana's political history.
     4.2
    History & Anthropology History
  4. Capitol Park Museum3

    Capitol Park Museum

     Baton Rouge, LA
    The Capitol Park Museum is a branch of the Louisiana State Museum and is situated at 660 4th Street in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. This location is easily accessible and is a significant part of the state's cultural heritage.
     4.0
    History & Anthropology History
  5. Jack and Priscilla Andonie Museum4

    Jack and Priscilla Andonie Museum

     Baton Rouge, LA
     4.3
    Specialized & Alternative SpecializedHistory & Anthropology History
  7. LSU Rural Life Museum5

    LSU Rural Life Museum

     Baton Rouge, LA
    The LSU Rural Life Museum is a significant historical site located in Baton Rouge, US. It is situated within the Burden Museum and Gardens, a 400-acre agricultural research experiment station. This location provides a unique setting for the museum, offering visitors a glimpse into the agricultural history of the region.
     4.3
    History & Anthropology History
  8. Pentagon Barracks Museum6

    Pentagon Barracks Museum

     Baton Rouge, LA
    The Pentagon Barracks, also referred to as the Old United States Barracks, is a collection of buildings situated at the intersection of State Capitol Drive and River Road in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. The complex is located within the grounds of the state capitol, making it a significant historical site.
     4.6
    History & Anthropology History
  9. Magnolia Mound Plantation7

    Magnolia Mound Plantation

     Baton Rouge, LA
    The Magnolia Mound Plantation House, located near the Mississippi River in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, is a French Creole house built in 1791. This historic structure is a testament to the architectural influences of early settlers from France and the West Indies. It is one of the earliest buildings in the present-day city of Baton Rouge and was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on September 7, 1972.
     4.1
    History & Anthropology History
  11. USS KIDD Veterans Museum8

    USS KIDD Veterans Museum

     Baton Rouge, LA
    The USS Kidd (DD-661) is a significant piece of American naval history. This Fletcher-class destroyer is the first ship of the US Navy to bear the name of Rear Admiral Isaac C. Kidd. Kidd was killed on the deck of the USS Arizona during the Pearl Harbor attack in 1941, making him the first American officer to die during World War II and the first American admiral to be killed in combat.
     4.1
    History & Anthropology HistoryScience & Technology Science
  12. 9

    Louisiana State Archives

     Baton Rouge, LA
    The Louisiana State Archives, established in 1956, is a significant institution under the Secretary of State of Louisiana. Its primary function is to collect, preserve, and make available for public use the state's historical records. This makes it a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Louisiana, offering a unique insight into the state's past.
     3.7
    History & Anthropology HistoryArt & Design Art

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