Capitol Park Museum
About This Museum
You know how most state history museums feel a bit dusty and academic? Not this one. The Capitol Park Museum dives straight into the things that actually make Louisiana, well, Louisiana. It’s all about the vibrant, sometimes messy, stories of real people and the industries that built this place. I was immediately pulled in by a massive shrimp trawler hanging from the ceiling—you just don't see that every day.
Collection Highlights
They've got this incredible two-story wooden tugboat right in the middle of everything, and an exhibit on Mardi Gras that's way more than just flashy costumes—it gets into the cultural roots. You can also explore the state's tangled history with sugar, oil, and the Mississippi River in a way that feels surprisingly personal.
Visitor Information
It's super easy to find, right across from the big state capitol building in Baton Rouge. Give yourself a good two hours to really soak it all in without feeling rushed.
Architecture & Building
The building itself is modern and unassuming from the outside—a clean, brick structure that lets the wild stuff inside take center stage.
Contact & Location
Address: Capitol Park Museum, 660, North 4th Street, Capitol Park Complex, Downtown Development District, Baton Rouge, East Baton Rouge Parish, Louisiana, 70802, United States
Phone: +1 225-342-5428
Website: Visit Website
