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eat like an egyptian

This Thursday, November 7 from 6 - 8 PM
This exclusive evening event consists of panel discussions in the Adalie Brent Auditorium to feature a variety of local food experts who can relate their specialties—like spices, bread, cheese, honey, and tea—to ancient or modern Egyptian cuisine! Plus, an Egyptian food & beer station. Shop & learn about Egypt through local experts!

Studio Saturday

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Studio Saturday with Ellen Ogden

November 9 at 10 AM - 2 PM
Join Baton Rouge artist Ellen Ogden for a 4-hr 'en plein air' outdoor painting class. Novice and advanced students welcome.

leonardo da vinci

This Sunday, November 10 at 2 PM
Louisiana Public Broadcasting, in partnership with the Louisiana Art and Science Museum in Baton Rouge, invites you to explore the fascinating work and life of Leonardo da Vinci with a screening of the new two-part, four-hour documentary from PBS and Ken Burns

T.REX Show Premiere

Thanks to recent advances in CGI and breakthroughs in paleontology, now is the perfect time to witness the iconic T.REX on our fulldome screen. This immersive film explores the Greatest of All Tyrants!

BASF's Kids' Lab

BASF's Kids' Lab

Public Programs
BASF Kids' Lab workshops are free to LASM members or included with the price of general admission

The STEAM Gallery

LASM's Newest Gallery

Let your imagination grow and explore the new STEAM space!

Encouraging discovery, inspiring creativity, and fostering the pursuit of knowledge

Monday & Tuesday* Closed
Wednesday-Friday 10:00 AM-3:00 PM
Saturday 10:00 AM-5:00 PM
Sunday 1:00 PM-5:00 PM

LASM’s administrative offices are open Monday-Friday from 8:30 AM-5:00 PM.

*School group reservations also available on Tuesdays from 9:00 AM–3:00 PM.

Upcoming Events

Eat Like an Egyptian:  A Talk, Tasting & Mini Bazaar

On Thursday, November 7, from 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM, Eat Like an Egyptian:  A Talk, Tasting and Mini Bazaar is an exclusive evening event that will consist of a panel discussion in the storied Adalie Brent Auditorium and feature a variety of local food experts who can relate their specialties—including spices, bread, cheese, honey, […]
Thursday, November 07
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Studio Saturday Plein Air Painting Workshop with Ellen Ogden

The Louisiana Art & Science Museum (LASM) will host its next Studio Saturday Art Workshop on November 9, from 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM. Join Ellen Ogden for a mindful landscape painting class held outdoors en plein air.   The class, designed for individuals ages 14 and above, will be held from 10:00 AM – […]
Saturday, November 09
10:00 am - 2:00 pm

BASF’s Kids’ Lab

Create chemistry with BASF every 2nd and 4th weekend of the month! Explore the science of chemistry during these 45-minute hands-on workshops for young scientists ages 6-12 and their accompanying adults. Have fun learning and enjoy a different experiment each month! Each participant will also receive a cool branded tote bag that includes a lab apron and safety […]
Sunday, November 10
1:30 pm - 3:45 pm
The STEAM Lab inside the STEAM Station

Sensory Second Sunday

During these hours, dimmed lights, low-volume music, designated quiet areas, fidget toys, headphones, and accessible art supplies are available for those with sensory needs. Additionally, captioned Irene W. Pennington shows will be available.
Sunday, November 10
3:00 pm - 5:00 pm

BASF’s Kids’ Lab

Create chemistry with BASF every 2nd and 4th weekend of the month! Explore the science of chemistry during these 45-minute hands-on workshops for young scientists ages 6-12 and their accompanying adults. Have fun learning and enjoy a different experiment each month! Each participant will also receive a cool branded tote bag that includes a lab apron and safety […]
Sunday, November 24
1:30 pm - 3:45 pm
The STEAM Lab inside the STEAM Station

BASF’s Kids’ Lab

Create chemistry with BASF every 2nd and 4th weekend of the month! Explore the science of chemistry during these 45-minute hands-on workshops for young scientists ages 6-12 and their accompanying adults. Have fun learning and enjoy a different experiment each month! Each participant will also receive a cool branded tote bag that includes a lab apron and safety […]
Sunday, December 08
1:30 pm - 3:45 pm
The STEAM Lab inside the STEAM Station

BASF’s Kids’ Lab

Create chemistry with BASF every 2nd and 4th weekend of the month! Explore the science of chemistry during these 45-minute hands-on workshops for young scientists ages 6-12 and their accompanying adults. Have fun learning and enjoy a different experiment each month! Each participant will also receive a cool branded tote bag that includes a lab apron and safety […]
Sunday, December 22
1:30 pm - 3:45 pm
The STEAM Lab inside the STEAM Station

BASF’s Kids’ Lab

Create chemistry with BASF every 2nd and 4th weekend of the month! Explore the science of chemistry during these 45-minute hands-on workshops for young scientists ages 6-12 and their accompanying adults. Have fun learning and enjoy a different experiment each month! Each participant will also receive a cool branded tote bag that includes a lab apron and safety […]
Sunday, January 12
1:30 pm - 3:45 pm
The STEAM Lab inside the STEAM Station
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From a public art walking tour, to a hands-on engineering workshop, planetarium shows, exhibitions, and more. Stop by for a visit, and you'll be sure to find an activity to enjoy!

Thank You to Our Supporters

The Louisiana Art & Science Museum’s annual exhibition program is generously sponsored by Entergy.

Several exhibitions are also generously supported by Cary Saurage through the Alma Lee, Norman, and Cary Saurage Fund of the Baton Rouge Area Foundation; the Louisiana Division of the Arts, Office of Cultural Development, Department of Culture, Recreation and Tourism, in cooperation with the Louisiana State Arts Council, as administered by the Arts Council of Greater Baton Rouge; funding provided by the National Endowment for the Arts; and the 2021 Rebirth grant, administered by the Louisiana Endowment for the Humanities (LEH) and provided by the National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) as part of the American Rescue Plan (ARP) and the NEH Sustaining the Humanities through the American Rescue Plan (SHARP) initiative.

The Louisiana Art & Science Museum has also received a 2023 Louisiana Cultural Care Fund Grant, which provides generous general operating support related to LASM's exhibitions, with funding provided by the State of Louisiana and administered by the Louisiana Endowment of the Humanities.