Louisiana Art & Science Museum

02/10/2025

Want to make Valentine's Day special for yourself or with a companion? Check out this article by 225 Magazine for some enjoyable local options! 🫶

🎟️ for Bad Romance: An Anti-Valentine's Day Concert: tinyurl.com/BadRomanceConcert

Creep and craft Tuesday Horror lovers, head to the EBRPL’s Main Library at Goodwood this Tuesday, Feb. 11, for You WILL Be Mine. Make horror-themed Valentine’s Day cards using old newspaper clippings, stencils and vintage images. Then sit back for a terrifying screening of My Bloody Valentine. T...

02/10/2025

A huge thank you to 225 Magazine and staff writer Gracelyn Farrar for featuring Bad Romance: An Anti-Valentine's Day Concert —an immersive Anti-Valentines's Day celebration happening this Wednesday and Thursday in the Irene W. Pennington Planetarium!

🎶 💔 Read the article here: tinyurl.com/BadRomance225

Time is running out to grab your tickets! 🎟️

Don’t miss this unique experience—visit brso.org/cosmos to secure your spot and explore more Concerts in the Cosmos shows with the Baton Rouge Symphony Orchestra!

02/10/2025

THIS WEDNESDAY AND THURSDAY-
BAD ROMANCE: An ANTI-Valentine's Day Concert!

Featuring songs like "You Don't Own Me," "I Will Survive," and "Someone Like You" performed by brilliant musicians, under the epic visuals of the Irene W. Pennington planetarium dome ❤

Whether you're taken or single, you're welcome to come mingle at this exciting concert experience! Visit brso.org/cosmos for more info! 💋

Founded in 1947, the Baton Rouge Symphony is the oldest performing arts institution in the region and the oldest professional orchestra in the state. Our partner programs include the Symphony League, Symphony Chorus, and Louisiana Youth Orchestras. The Baton Rouge Symphony reaches over 7,000 communi...

02/09/2025

For , LASM’s incredible curatorial team is proud to highlight Louisiana artist Frank Hayden, a visionary sculptor whose work is part of our collection.

Frank Hayden (1934–1988) spent most of his life in Louisiana, shaping the region’s artistic and cultural landscape. He taught at Southern University and A&M College in Baton Rouge from 1961 until his passing, inspiring generations of artists. After studying at Xavier University of Louisiana, he trained under renowned sculptor Ivan Meštrović at the University of Notre Dame.

Deeply spiritual and committed to social justice, Hayden infused his sculptures with themes of fellowship, family, war, civil rights, and faith. His art often carried powerful biblical and humanistic messages, reflecting his dedication to both his Catholic faith and the fight against civil injustice.

Today, Hayden is recognized as one of the most influential African American sculptors of the 20th century, leaving behind a profound legacy that continues to inspire.

02/09/2025

🏈 While the excitement of the Super Bowl fills the air, Sensory Second Sunday at LASM (3–5 PM) offers a chance to unwind at your own pace.

During these dedicated hours, enjoy a calming atmosphere with relaxing, captioned Irene W. Pennington Planetarium shows. Plus, we provide low-volume music, designated quiet areas, fidget toys, headphones, lap pads, and accessible art supplies to support sensory needs. 🌟

Stop by our front desk for more information, or explore all our sensory-friendly offerings through our partner KultureCity at tinyurl.com/KultureCityLASM

02/08/2025

Join us today at 11 AM, 1 PM, & 3 PM and tomorrow at 1:30 & 3 PM for BASF's Kids’ Lab: "Playful Polymers" and discover the chemistry of slime! 🌟

In this fun and interactive 45-minute experiment, young scientists will make their own slime and take home a special branded tote bag filled with a lab apron and safety glasses.

📍 Registration is available on-site as space permits.
🎟 Included with general admission & FREE for members!

With a new experiment every month, there’s always something exciting to explore! 🔬✨
BASF Science Education in North America

02/07/2025

🔬✨ Happy National Periodic Table Day! ✨🔬

Celebrate the discovery and organization of chemical elements by exploring our interactive Periodic Table in the STEAM Station at LASM! Thanks to BASF, this hands-on experience brings the elements to life with colorful displays and real-world connections.

Join us this weekend for BASF's Kids’ Lab: "Playful Polymers" and find out how many elements are used in slime!

In this engaging 45-minute experiment, participants will create their own slime and take home a branded tote bag filled with a lab apron and safety glasses. Registration is available on-site as space allows, and workshops are included with general admission. Free for members!

With a new experiment each month, there’s always something exciting to discover!

BASF Science Education in North America

02/06/2025

Bad Romance: An Anti-Valentine's Day Concert is NEXT WEEK on February 12 & 13 ! ❤

Featuring songs like "You Don't Own Me," "I Will Survive," and "Someone Like You" performed by brilliant musicians from Baton Rouge Symphony Orchestra under the epic visuals of the Irene W. Pennington planetarium dome.

Whether you're taken or single, you're welcome to come mingle at this exciting concert experience! Visit tinyurl.com/BadRomanceConcert for more info! 💋

02/05/2025

Join us for our next ✨Sensory Second Sunday✨ with captioned, sound-sensitive shows in the Irene W. Pennington Planetarium on Sunday, February 9, from 3 PM – 5 PM. 💙

During these hours, dimmed lights, low-volume music, designated quiet areas, fidget toys, headphones, accessible art supplies, and more are available for those with sensory needs to enjoy our special exhibitions and galleries comfortably. 🧩

Our team is Sensory Inclusive™ Certified through KultureCity, equipping us to support sensory needs with tools, resources, and thoughtful communication.

Visit tinyurl.com/LASMKultureCity for our "Social Story" to learn what to expect before your visit, and check lasm.org for the planetarium show schedule! 🎥

02/04/2025

Join us Thursday, February 20 from 6–9 PM at LASM for a ✨FREE✨ Art After Hours event sponsored by La Capitale Chapter of The Links, Incorporated celebrating the yearlong exhibition "Discoveries on the Nile: Exploring King Tut’s Tomb and the Amin Egyptian Collection."

Includes:
🎤 Panel Discussion: Appreciation vs. Appropriation: The Art of Ancient Egypt will feature:
- John Alleyne, Southern University & A&M College
- Dr. Haitham Eid, Southern University at New Orleans
- Erika Witt, SUNO Museum of Art

🖼️ Pop-Up Exhibit: "The Essence of Egypt" will feature a collection of custom-made designs inspired by Ancient Egyptian culture, created and curated by Southern University fashion students and faculty
🍷 Reception: Enjoy hors d'oeuvres, drinks, and live music by Eric Whitfield

Plus, explore LASM’s Ancient Egypt Gallery, featuring a 2,300-year-old Ptolemaic-era mummified person, stunning artifact reproductions from King Tut’s tomb, and more!

Admission to this event is open to the public and free of charge. Learn more at lasm.org.
Southern University Agricultural Research and Extension Center

02/03/2025

✨ THANK YOU to La Capitale Chapter of The Links, Incorporated for sponsoring February's at LASM and kicking off an impactful ! ✨

Families explored Ancient Egypt, discovered the cosmos in our incredible planetarium, met "Jason" the Triceratops, enjoyed BASF’s pop-up science with Linda Gauthier, got creative with hands-on activities, and MORE! 🌍

A special shoutout to Line 4 Line for promoting early literacy and creativity with free books and crafts, and to our amazing volunteers provided by Baton Rouge Magnet High School(BRMHS Key Club), Southern University Agricultural Research and Extension Center, Prof. Randell Henry & Dr. Erma Hines, and LSU's Coalition of Black Women in Engineering — your support makes a real difference. 🎨 📚

We’re grateful to La Capitale Chapter of The Links, Incorporated, who we have partnered with for many years, for their commitment to enriching and sustaining the cultural and economic vitality of African Americans and people of African ancestry. 💚

The accessibility of art and science is vital for the success of our communities, and we couldn't do it without each other! Be sure to mark your calendars for our next Free First Sunday on March 2nd.


BASF Science Education in North America

02/02/2025

✨ From 1–5 PM today, join us for a special admission-free day, sponsored by La Capitale Chapter of The Links, Incorporated! ✨

Enjoy our exciting exhibits, eclectic shopping in the Museum Store, and interactive hands-on activities. For just $5, you can also experience unlimited shows at the Irene W. Pennington Planetarium! 🤩

You can save your money while exploring our latest exhibition, "Discoveries on the Nile: Exploring King Tut’s Tomb and the Amin Egyptian Collection," and catch some stunning full-dome shows.

We hope to see you there! For more details, visit lasm.org.

02/01/2025

Thank you to everyone who joined us and Red Stick Spice Company for Cook Like an Egyptian with LASM! 😋

For more Egyptian programming, visit lasm.org.

02/01/2025

What's On this February? ➡️ We have a lot going on between another incredible Free First Sunday sponsored by La Capitale Chapter of The Links, Incorporated, a fun Anti-Valentine's Day celebration with another Concerts in the Cosmos concert, a FREE panel discussion on Appreciation vs Appropriation, and MORE! ❤️‍🔥

Check out new films and their show times featured in the Irene W. Pennington Planetarium at lasm.org/calendar. 🎥

Don't wait to plan your month! Visit lasm.org for more information and tickets.

02/01/2025

Teachers, did you know you can schedule The River Dynamics Experience for your students to learn from state-of-the-art technology for FREE? 🌊

Sponsored by the Louisiana Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority, this free program includes a joint visit to the LSU Center for River Studies and LASM. At the CRS, students will explore one of the most technologically advanced river models in existence.

At the museum, the students will collaboratively design solutions to real-world environmental challenges by engaging with a state-of-the-art stream table.
Participation is on a first-come, first-served basis so contact us very soon to reserve your place!

Email [email protected] or call 225.344.5272 x 119 to schedule your visit.

01/31/2025

EXCITING news! 🎉 The Louisiana Art & Science Museum (LASM) is now officially Sensory Inclusive™ certified through KultureCity! This means a more welcoming, comfortable experience for individuals with sensory needs. 🌟

Did you know that sensory needs are not exclusive to those with autism? Included are military vets with PTSD, adults with dementia, Parkinson's disease, stroke patients, just to name a few. Our staff is trained to ensure the needs of all are met so everyone may enjoy our museum!

Join us for Sensory Second Sundays every second Sunday from 3-5 PM, where guests can enjoy softer lighting, reduced crowds, and special captioned planetarium shows.

Download the KultureCity app to learn more and to view our Social Story to get an idea of what to expect before visiting, go to tinyurl.com/KultureCityLASM! 💙 🧩

01/30/2025

Calling all members of the Broken Hearts Club! 💔 Tired of all the Valentine’s Day fuss?

Join us on February 12th & 13th in the Irene W. Pennington Planetarium for a multi-sensory concert experience, Bad Romance: An Anti-Valentine's Day Concert, courtesy of our new Concerts in the Cosmos series.

With iconic breakup songs performed by a talented duo of musicians from Baton Rouge Symphony Orchestra and stunning planetarium visuals, prepare to celebrate ANTI-Valentine’s Day in a totally new way!

For tickets, visit www.brso.org/event-calendar/badromance ✨

01/29/2025

For National Children's Dental Health Month this February, we are celebrating with Read & Create books that will make you smile! 🦷 🪥

On Saturday, February 1st, we’ll be reading "My Friend Toothy" by Stacey Laviolette, followed by a fun, themed craft.

Join us every 1st and 3rd Saturday of the month for this engaging program included in museum admission to spark early literacy and creativity! LASM Members enjoy Read & Create and more for free. 🎨✨