Exhibits & Events

Bring your family to the castle for a festive day of games, karaoke, crafts, exhibits, and more!

Tracing the footsteps of the explorers sent west after the Louisiana Purchase, these tandem exhibitions connect early American exploration with the landscapes and communities of Louisiana today. Through historic narratives and contemporary photography created in collaboration with LSU students, we reimagine what it means to discover, document, and remember a changing nation.

Join us at the Louisiana State Archives for a deep dive into Acadian origins in Louisiana!

The Louisiana Purchase agreement, signed by Napoleon Bonaparte, will be on display as part of America's celebration of the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. Don't miss this rare opportunity to view this historic document right here in Louisiana, where French heritage and culture are still proudly carried.

"Japanese War Brides: Across a Wide Divide" explores the story of the more than 45,000 Japanese women who immigrated to the United States after World War II and how their bold passage reshaped communities across the country.