Vision West

Vision West is published quarterly as a cooperative endeavor of West Baton Rouge Parish government agencies to educate residents about projects, activities, and services in the parish.

Café Français

Café Français was inaugurated in response to requests by visitors for a venue to meet and enjoy the French language. It is free and open to anyone interested in attending.

Parish Fire District welcomes ‘new era’ under Chief Crockett

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West Baton Rouge Fire Chief Tim Crockett took the helm of the WBR Fire Department in February, just weeks b...

Volunteer firefighter recognized as life member of Louisiana State Fireman's Association

Port Allen volunteer firefighter Chad Smith was recognized for becoming a life member of the Louisiana State Fireman’s Association after being a member for twenty five years.

Tim Crockett, Fire Chief of The West Baton Rouge Fire District 1, and the LSFA Si...

Art by Bourgeois: Douglas Bourgeois

The West Baton Rouge Museum will open the Art by Bourgeois: Douglas Bourgeois exhibition June 5th, showcasing Douglas Bourgeois' works which express pop culture in a vivid manner. Bourgeois is represented by Arthur Roger Gallery in New Orleans.

Evangeline: Evolution of an Icon

This exhibit examines the changing appearance of the iconic Evangeline through the paraphernalia produced since her inception. It also explores the evolution of Acadian and Cajun identity through her ever-shifting and controversial persona.

Café Français

Café français was inaugurated in response to requests by visitors for a venue to meet and enjoy the French language. Café français meets on the first Friday of each month at 1:00 p.m.

Old Time Music Open Jam

Jam sessions are open for any musician to join in to play tunes including but not limited to Old Country, Bluegrass, Cajun and folk music. The public is invited to sit in free of charge.

Le Jam

The Museum will host Cajun French Music Jam Sessions sponsored by the Baton Rouge CFMA Chapter the 3rd Sunday of each month from 3-5pm. A different artist will lead a group of interested musicians during each session. So grab your instrument and join in!