Louisiana Art & Science Museum

09/20/2024

GRAB YOUR TICKETS FOR THIS YEAR'S GALA BEFORE THEY'RE GONE! ➡️ givebutter.com/c/LASMGala2024

In the meantime, here's a to those unforgettable nights at our past Galas to remind you of the best party in town! ✨

Don't miss your chance to party with us during our 39th Annual Gala: Party in the Valley of the Kings on Friday, October 4 from 7 PM-11 PM. 🏺

🗓️ The Gala is only 2 weeks away, so purchase your tickets now! $150 for single tickets and $275 for couple tickets. All proceeds support museum renovations.

09/20/2024

🚨 TODAY IS YOUR LAST CHANCE TO BECOME A SPONSOR AND/OR HOST COMMITTEE MEMBER! 🚨

Visit tinyurl.com/LASMGala2024Pledge to join our incredible supporters for LASM’s 39th Annual Gala: Party in the Valley of the Kings on Friday, October 4th to help fund museum renovations! ✨ 🛠️

THANK YOU TO OUR CURRENT SPONSORS AND HOST COMMITTEE MEMBERS!

09/19/2024

Join us this Saturday, September 21 at 11:15 AM for Read & Create! We will read "Cook-A-Doodle-Doo" by Janet Stevens and Susan Stevens Crummel and find out how a chicken and his friends bake strawberry shortbread! Then, we will make a cooking/food-related craft! 😋

This regularly scheduled event, held every first and third Saturday of the month, is included with museum admission and is free for members. 📚 🎨


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09/19/2024

Thank you to everyone who attended the closing art reception of the STEAM Gallery's exhibition, "To Be Seen, To Be Heard, To Be Valued." We are so proud of the students who participated, and we cannot wait to see the amazing lives they'll continue to create! 🖌️

Thank you Ellemnop.Art for curating this exhibition and highlighting the incredible talents of our gifted students and for EBR Schools EBR Gifted and Talented Programs East Baton Rouge Parish School System EBR Fine Arts for providing the amazing teachers to guide them! 🫶

09/19/2024

Thank you to our ✨ CLEOPATRA SPONSOR✨, Baton Rouge Coca-Cola Bottling Company, for becoming one of the marvelous supporters of our 39th Annual Gala: Party in the Valley of the Kings on Oct. 4!

Where we left off on her story, Cleopatra VII aligned herself with Roman general Mark Antony after Julius Caesar's assassination. Their relationship blossomed into a powerful affair and a strategic political alliance.

The two allies experienced a hedonistic life together until Antony joined forces with Octavian and Lepidus to form a fragile alliance to gain more power. 🤝

As tensions escalated, Antony and Octavian's rivalry ignited a series of civil wars. The turning point came at the Battle of Actium in 31 BCE, where Octavian emerged victorious, signaling the end of the Roman Republic. With defeat looming, Antony and Cleopatra fled to Egypt, but Octavian's forces followed, leading to their ultimate downfall.

Pictured is a scene artistically expressing Cleopatra and Antony after their naval battle defeat, seen with expressions of loss and upset. 🏳️

Look for another Cleopatra sponsorship post to find out what happened next in this whirlwind of ancient history!

To support LASM's generationally impactful museum renovations, pledge with a sponsorship with this link where you may also support with your raffle or gala ticket purchase ➡️ givebutter.com/c/LASMGala2024 👑

09/18/2024

🌕 🌽 The September 2024 Full Corn Moon is not just any full moon — it's a Supermoon, gracing the sky in all its celestial glory. 🌝 ✨ Plus, a Partial Lunar Eclipse paints our night sky with mesmerizing lunar hues. Don't miss the celestial ballet!

Join us for an unforgettable cosmic experience with our latest blog post! From the agricultural roots of the Corn Moon to the breathtaking views of a Supermoon, explore the science behind partial eclipses and tips for optimal viewing as we guide you through this celestial event. 📖 🌠

Click here to bask in the radiance and witness the lunar spectacle: lasm.org/the-sky-tonight-update-partial-lunar-eclipse-full-corn-supermoon

A partial lunar eclipse occurs when the Moon passes through the Earth’s partial shadow, or penumbra, and only a portion of it passes through the darkest shadow, or umbra. During this type of eclipse a part of the Moon will darken as it moves through the Earth’s shadow. The eclipse will be visibl...

09/18/2024

A huge thank you to queenofsparkles for being our dazzling ✨NEFERTITI SPONSOR✨ for LASM’s 39th Annual Gala: Party in the Valley of the Kings on Friday, October 4th!

Just as Queen Nefertiti, whose name means "The Beautiful One Is Here," graced Egypt with her majesty, the radiant Queen of Sparkles never fails to captivate us with her stunning beauty and show-stopping style. ✨

In this elegant relief, Nefertiti is shown offering to Aten, wearing a striking wig and a towering crown adorned with uraei, a sun disk, cow horns, and feathers. Her distinctive features—delicate slanted eyes, a prominent nose, and an angular chin—mirror the unique, exaggerated artistic style of the Amarna period.

Thank you again, Queen of Sparkles, for supporting our museum renovations through your sponsorship! To enshrine your legacy into LASM's history with your pledge, visit givebutter.com/c/LASMGala2024 👑

Pictured: Relief of Queen Nefertiti
New Kingdom, Amarna Period
ca. 1353–1336 BC

09/17/2024

A heartfelt THANK YOU to the Pennington Family Foundation for their incredible ✨ CLEOPATRA SPONSORSHIP! ✨ for LASM’s 39th Annual Gala: Party in the Valley of the Kings on Friday, October 4th!

Since opening in 2003, the Irene W. Pennington Planetarium has been Louisiana’s largest and most advanced planetarium, offering immersive shows on astronomy, engineering, music, and history.

Named after Irene W. Pennington—the first woman with a planetarium named in her honor—the LASM planetarium honors the Pennington family’s dedication to education and innovation.

The Irene W. Pennington Planetarium remains one of the top multimedia venues in the Southeast, with over 1 million visitors since it opened and national recognition, including a NASA Certificate of Appreciation.

We are beyond grateful to the Pennington Family Foundation for their continued support in enriching our community and inspiring curiosity in countless minds with their Cleopatra Sponsorship! 🧠

If you'd like to make an impact that spans generations through funding museum renovations, visit givebutter.com/c/LASMGala2024

09/17/2024

“Be Seen, Be Heard, Be Valued” Exhibition Closing Art Reception: TOMORROW, Sept. 18th, at 4 - 6 PM at the Louisiana Art & Science Museum with light refreshments provided in the Bert S. Turner Family Atrium.

Attendees may stay for a showing of “America’s Musical Journey” in the Irene W. Pennington Planetarium at 5:15 PM.

Visit lasm.org/events/the-steam-gallerys-closing-reception for more info.
We hope to see you there!

Ellemnop.Art
East Baton Rouge Parish School System
EBR Schools
EBR Gifted and Talented Programs
EBR Fine Arts

Due to inclement weather, the STEAM Gallery's closing art reception will be moved from Wednesday, September 11, to Wednesday, September 18. 🌧️

Join us next week where students, teachers, families, and the public may see the STEAM Gallery's art to celebrate the incredible talent and creativity of local student artists in the "To Be Seen, To Be Heard, To Be Valued" exhibition! 🎨✨

These emerging artists from EBR Schools, guided by their teachers, showcase work that meets professional standards. Visit LASM to explore and engage with their inspiring art, enjoy light refreshments provided in the Bert S. Turner Family Atrium, and stay for a showing of “America’s Musical Journey” in the Irene W. Pennington Planetarium at 5:15 PM for attendees.

Thank you, Ellemnop.Art for curating this exhibition to showcase all of our gifted and talented students. We hope to see you there in drier conditions! ☂️

East Baton Rouge Parish School System
EBR Fine Arts
EBR Gifted and Talented Programs

09/16/2024

📣 LAST CALL TO PLEDGE YOUR SUPPORT AS A GALA SPONSOR AND/OR HOST COMMITTEE MEMBER! 📣

The deadline to directly support our museum’s renovations with your pledge is Friday, September 20—don’t miss this opportunity to make a difference!
PLEDGE TODAY: tinyurl.com/LASMGala2024Pledge

With a generous gift of $1,000, Host Committee Members receive:
✨ 2 Gala tickets
✨ Secured spot among these amazing supporters with Gala Host Committee Member recognition
✨ Name placement throughout Gala, on Gala-related print, e-blasts, & other marketing materials
✨ & MORE!

October 4 is the deadline for pledge fulfillment. To discover all of this year's sponsorship level's perks and secure your gala ticket, visit lasm.org/gala.

We can't wait to party like royalty with you at our 39th annual gala: Party in the Valley of Kings! 🪩

09/16/2024

🌟 A heartfelt thank you to Jones Walker LLP for being a legendary ✨NEFERTITI SPONSOR✨ of LASM’s 39th Annual Gala: Party in the Valley of the Kings on Friday, October 4th!

Speaking of legacy, for today's , do you know what is depicted on Queen Nefertiti's tomb walls? 💭

Though it is true Nefertiti was known for being the wife of Pharaoh Akhenaten and stepmother to King Tutankhamun, some historians speculate that Nefertiti may have briefly ruled Egypt under the throne name "Neferneferuaten," as rulers often adopted new names upon becoming pharaohs.

The iconic crown seen in her famous bust was traditionally worn by pharaohs or goddesses like Tefnut and Hathor. The depictions of her in ancient Egyptian art mirror those of powerful rulers, showing her smiting enemies and walking among the gods.

The artwork inside her tomb beautifully captures her life and character, featuring scenes with many gods. The scene pictured depicts her playing the ancient Egyptian game of Senet—an experience you can try out at our STEAM Station!

Thank you again, Jones Walker LLP, for sponsoring the renovations to our museum, which help continue our great legacy for many generations to come!

To enshrine your legacy into LASM's history, visit givebutter.com/c/LASMGala2024 👑

09/16/2024

✨ Be a Part of History with Our Pharaohs and Legends in our Host Committee! ✨

A huge thank you to our incredible Host Committee members, whose contributions shine as brightly as the treasures of King Tutankhamun’s tomb. 🏺

There's still time to leave your mark! Become a Host Committee member by September 20 and join this distinguished group.

With a generous gift of $1,000, you'll receive:

👑 2 tickets to our Gala
👑 A coveted spot among our esteemed supporters
👑 Exclusive royal privileges
👑 Most importantly, your support will help fund vital renovations, ensuring our treasures are preserved and uncovered for generations to come!

For questions about joining the Host Committee, email us at [email protected].

🔗 Secure your place in history: tinyurl.com/LASMGala2024Pledge

09/14/2024

A heartfelt thank you to Entergy for becoming a ✨ NEFERTITI SPONSOR ✨of LASM’s 39th Annual Gala: Party in the Valley of the Kings on Friday, October 4th!

We also want to express our deep gratitude to the incredible lineworkers who have been working around the clock to restore power in the wake of Hurricane Francine. Thanks to their dedication, we’re able to keep our museum doors open and continue serving our beloved community. 🙏

We hope everyone stayed safe and weathered the storm with minimal damage. Entergy’s support for the community stands as a pillar of strength, and we are proud to have them as a vital part of our gala.

⚡️ Reminder! There’s just about a week left to join us as a sponsor or host committee member before the September 20th deadline! ⚡️ Be part of this extraordinary event by visiting givebutter.com/c/LASMGala2024

09/14/2024

Join us today for BASF’s Kids’ Lab at 11 AM, 1, & 3 PM and tomorrow, Sept. 15 at 1:30 & 3:00 PM where we will explore the pH scale ! 🧪

Experience the science of chemistry during these 45-minute hands-on workshops for young scientists ages 6-12 and their accompanying adults.

Learn through play and enjoy a different experiment each month. The September workshop is pHun Factor, where we’ll test acids and bases in all-natural, messy, and delightfully stinky ways! 🧤

Each participant will also receive a cool branded tote bag that includes a lab apron and safety glasses. You may register on-site the day of the program as space permits.

BASF’s Kids’ Lab workshops are included with the price of general admission (and are always free to members).

Visit lasm.org/public-programs/basfs-kids-lab for more information!
BASF Science Education in North America

09/13/2024

A royal thank you to Dudley W. Coates for being a distinguished ✨TUTANKHAMUN SPONSOR✨ of LASM’s 39th Annual Gala: Party in the Valley of the Kings on Friday, October 4th!

This sponsorship is truly fit for a king! 👑

In the featured image, you can see intricate details of Tutankhamun's throne, with Queen Ankhesenamun offering a salve cup of oiled perfume to anoint her husband's collar in a beautiful Amarna-style scene. Above them, the sun disc Aten shines down, blessing the royal couple with divine power. 🌞✨

⚡️Don’t forget! There’s just about a week left to join us as a sponsor and/or host committee member before the deadline on September 20th! ⚡️
Become a part of the magic by visiting givebutter.com/c/LASMGala2024.

Pictured: King Tutankhamun and Queen Ankhesenamen, detail from the back of the throne of Tutankhamun; in the Egyptian Museum, Cairo.

09/13/2024

🌟 A heartfelt thank you to Lee Michaels Fine Jewelry for being a dazzling ✨NEFERTITI SPONSOR✨ of LASM’s 39th Annual Gala: Party in the Valley of the Kings on Friday, October 4th!

We’re beyond grateful for their generous contribution of stunning 2-carat total weight round diamond studs set in 14k white gold for our gala’s raffle. Valued at $5,800, these timeless, elegant earrings are the perfect touch of sophistication to brighten any outfit! 💎✨

🎟 RAFFLE TICKETS ARE ON SALE NOW! 🎟 At just $50 per ticket, you could win this exquisite prize! Get your tickets at givebutter.com/c/LASMGala2024 — don’t miss out!

Thank you once again, Lee Michaels Fine Jewelry, for your incredible support in helping us raise funds for museum renovations and for providing such a breathtaking raffle prize. 🙏

The lucky winner will be revealed on October 4th during LASM’s 39th Annual Gala. For more info, visit lasm.org/gala!

09/13/2024

This weekend, Saturday, Sept. 14 at 11 AM, 1, & 3 PM and Sunday, Sept. 15 at 1:30 & 3:00 PM, we introduce you to BASF's Kid's Lab workshop theme for the month—pHun Facor! 🧪

Explore the science of chemistry during these 45-minute hands-on workshops for young scientists ages 6-12 and their accompanying adults. ⚗️

Explore science with a different experiment each month! Each participant will also receive a cool branded tote bag that includes a lab apron and safety glasses. You may register on-site on the day of the program as space permits.

BASF's Kids' Lab workshops are included with the price of general admission (and are always free to members). ✨

Go to lasm.org/public-programs/basfs-kids-lab for more information!
BASF Science Education in North America

09/10/2024

Thank you, Lamar Advertising Company, for being a great ✨PYRAMID SPONSOR✨ for LASM's 39th Annual Gala: Party in the Valley of the Kings on Friday, Oct. 4!

Speaking of greatness, did you know that the Great Pyramid of Giza, built for Pharaoh Khufu more than 4,000 years ago, is the only Great Wonder still standing? 🔼

Estimated to be constructed over 27 years with 2.3 million stone blocks, this 5.75-million-ton marvel showcases extraordinary engineering.

Records show that the thousands of builders were paid, well-fed, and respected, and those who died during the construction were even buried near the site as a mark of honor. Once crowned with a golden capstone, this iconic structure remains a symbol of ancient Egypt’s grandeur. 🌅

Thanks to Lamar Advertising Company, our billboards shown throughout the city of Baton Rouge are a mark of their great work and stand tall to showcase our incredible upcoming gala on Oct. 4!

If you're ready to party like a pharaoh and directly support museum renovations so that we can continue to be great, go to givebutter.com/c/LASMGala2024 to sponsor us or get your gala ticket!

09/10/2024

Due to the threat of severe weather, LASM's administrative offices will be closed today at 3:30 P.M. LASM will be closed tomorrow, September 11, and Thursday, September 12.

We plan to re-open on Friday, September 13. Additional updates will be posted here or on our website. Stay safe!

09/10/2024

Thank you, queenofsparkles, for being an inspiring ✨NEFERTITI SPONSOR✨ for LASM's 39th Annual Gala: Party in the Valley of the Kings on Friday, Oct. 4!

Jaime Glas Odom, the founder and owner of Queen of Sparkles, was also honored as a "Star of BR" and was a raffle model for last year's "Out of this World" Gala.

In today's , explore Queen Nefertiti's limestone reliefs and see how both Queen Nefertiti and the Queen of Sparkles radiate life and leadership! 👑

Akhenaten, son of Amenhotep III, led a brief monotheistic revolution in ancient Egypt by worshipping the Aten, the Sun Disk, and built a temple complex with a fascinating mystery.

Interestingly, Queen Nefertiti appears more often than Akhenaten in these reliefs, which come from a limestone talatat block used during Akhenaten's reign to construct the Aten temples. After the temples fell out of favor, they were dismantled and repurposed for the Great Temple of Amun.

Just in front of her nostril is the ankh or symbol of life, being given to her by Aten, the sun, so that she may breathe in the god's gift of life. Like Nefertiti, the "Queen of Sparkles" Jaime Glas Odom is a vivacious queen through her service.

Thanks again, queenofsparkles, for your support as a Nefertiti sponsor for this year's Gala!

If you're interested in becoming a sponsor or attending the most unique and best party in town, visit givebutter.com/c/LASMGala2024 to directly support the museum's renovations!

Images:
Talatat: Nefertiti Offers to the Aten 1353–1347 BCE Egypt, Karnak, New Kingdom (1540–1069 BCE), Dynasty 18, reign of Akhenaten (1351–1334 BCE)
Portrait of Nefertiti c. 1353–1347 BCE Egypt, Karnak, New Kingdom (1540–1069 BCE), Dynasty 18, reign of Akhenaten (1351–1334 BCE)

09/09/2024

Due to inclement weather, the STEAM Gallery's closing art reception will be moved from Wednesday, September 11, to Wednesday, September 18. 🌧️

Join us next week where students, teachers, families, and the public may see the STEAM Gallery's art to celebrate the incredible talent and creativity of local student artists in the "To Be Seen, To Be Heard, To Be Valued" exhibition! 🎨✨

These emerging artists from EBR Schools, guided by their teachers, showcase work that meets professional standards. Visit LASM to explore and engage with their inspiring art, enjoy light refreshments provided in the Bert S. Turner Family Atrium, and stay for a showing of “America’s Musical Journey” in the Irene W. Pennington Planetarium at 5:15 PM for attendees.

Thank you, Ellemnop.Art for curating this exhibition to showcase all of our gifted and talented students. We hope to see you there in drier conditions! ☂️

East Baton Rouge Parish School System
EBR Fine Arts
EBR Gifted and Talented Programs

09/09/2024

🪐✨ Saturn takes center stage! This September 2024, witness the spectacular Opposition of Saturn, a celestial event you won't want to miss. Join us as we delve into the mysteries of the ringed giant. 🌌🔭

Explore the cosmic wonders in our latest blog post!. 📖🌠

Click here to embark on a cosmic journey: tinyurl.com/TheSkyTonightLASMBlog

09/08/2024

🚂✨ We are thrilled to recognize Canadian Pacific Railway as a ✨TUTANKHAMUN SPONSOR✨ for LASM's 39th Annual Gala: Party in the Valley of the Kings on Oct. 4! 🎉

This gala pays homage to some of the greatest archaeological discoveries of the 20th century — like the tomb of Tutankhamun, which remained undisturbed for over 3,300 years in Egypt's Valley of the Kings until Howard Carter's team unearthed it in 1922. Inside were over 5,000 precious artifacts, carefully preserved after millennia.

Among these treasures lies a sarcophagus guarded by four goddesses: Isis, Selqit, Nepthys, and Neit, who protect King Tut's eternal resting place. 🛡️👑

Join us as we celebrate history, art, and legacy, and thank Canadian Pacific Railway for helping make this magical night possible! ✨

Visit lasm.org/gala to learn more about LASM's 39th Annual Gala: Party in the Valley of the Kings.

09/08/2024

Today at 1 PM, the Irene W. Pennington Planetarium will show T.REX, our newest immersive film for all ages. The story explores the life of the tyrant king and follows the story of the kids who uncovered the remains of a T.REX with their team!

Join us today for this stunning work of masterful CGI and paleontology to discover a new world of this notorious dinosaur in surround sound on the fulldome screen.

Check out times for other shows at lasm.org/calendar. Hope to see you there!

09/07/2024

THANK YOU to BASF for being an incredible ✨TUTANKHAMUN SPONSOR✨ for LASM's 39th Annual Gala: Party in the Valley of the Kings on Oct. 4!

BASF has been an essential LASM partner since we started "creating chemistry" together in 2011. 🫶 🥽 From BASF's Kid's Lab weekend workshops, to the many BASF-sponsored Free First Sundays, to "Energy Loves Produce" hands-on classes for every Ascension Schools 4th-grade students, and so much more, BASF helps us inspire our community's young scientists every day.

BASF's Gala sponsorship has made it possible for nearly 🧪5,000 students🧪 to experience the Interactive Periodic Table exhibit in The STEAM Station since it opened in late January 2024. All Gala proceeds support future museum renovations!

Learn more about LASM's Gala and get your tickets today at lasm.org/gala.

09/06/2024

TODAY IS THE DAY, SWIFTIES! We're so excited to "shake it off" with our friends to a beautiful laser light show tonight at 5:00 & 6:30 PM for our Laser Taylor Swift Singalong & Dance Party! 💖 🪩

It's your last chance to score tickets to this unique event only found at the Irene W. Pennington Planetarium! Only a limited amount of tickets are left, so get them NOW before it's too late! ➡️ tinyurl.com/LaserTaylorSwiftLASM

Or, buy tickets at the door on a first-come, first-served basis if you're a risk-taker 😉

We will have Swiftie merch provided by The Unhinged Swiftie, a pop- up boutique, free snacks, and swift-tivities to do before the show, like a photo op and crafts!

As Taylor says, "Here's a toast to my real friends!" See you there, besties 🫶

09/06/2024

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09/05/2024

Today, we acknowledge Jones Walker LLP in gratitude for becoming a ✨NEFERTITI SPONSOR✨ at LASM's 39th Annual Gala: Party in the Valley of the Kings on Oct 4!

Nefertiti, the beloved wife of Pharaoh Ramesses II, was honored with one of Egypt's most stunning tombs, filled with vibrant wall paintings.

This watercolor shows Queen Nefertiti (left) being guided by the goddess Isis (right). Interestingly, Ramesses II is absent, highlighting Nefertiti's unique status that allowed her to interact directly with the gods—a privilege reserved only for royals! 🌟

Isis, a goddess of motherhood and magic, was seen symbolically linked to Nefertiti, Egypt’s powerful queen, as both embodied feminine strength, wisdom, and protection—Isis in the divine realm and Nefertiti as a leader. 🌺🦅

Nefertiti's legacy reflected the ideals of Isis, guiding and nurturing their people with lasting influence. 🌾💫

Thanks again to Jones Walker LLP for their support so that we may renovate our museum and nurture the community like Nefertiti with the we provide!

Visit lasm.org/gala to learn more about LASM's 39th Annual Gala: Party in the Valley of the Kings.

Pictured 'Queen Nefertiti being led by Isis' by Charles K. Wilkinson (ca. 1279–1213 B.C.)