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Mar 27, 2025
This is absolutely a must-see Museum and grounds for anyone interested in history. Large indoor space displaying an enormous amount of items regarding rural life in Louisiana. Many large displays of …Full review by John M
Jun 27, 2024
I cannot believe I’ve never been to this museum all the times I visited family in the area. It’s my favorite thing I have ever experienced in Baton Rouge (besides eating great food). Inside exhibit…Full review by babycub2005
May 29, 2024
This museum was so interesting and profound. This is the first time I've seen any of the devices used by slave owners to maintain control over their slaves. I found this experience unexpectedly movin…Full review by Tatersmo
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