Events for February
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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 glasses. We are thrilled to host this exciting educational program thanks to the generous sponsorship of BASF. BASF's Kids' Lab workshops are included with the price of general admission (and are always free to members). You may register on-site the day of the program, as...
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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 glasses. We are thrilled to host this exciting educational program thanks to the generous sponsorship of BASF. BASF's Kids' Lab workshops are included with the price of general admission (and are always free to members). You may register on-site the day of the program, as...
Events for March
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Read & Create
Every 1st & 3rd Saturday of the month! Join us on Every 1st and 3rd Saturday of the month at 11:15 AM for our Read and Create program! Children ages 3-8 and their accompanying adults are invited to join us for a museum guide-led story time and art activity in the Republic Finance Gallery. This program is included with museum admission and is free for members.
Events for March
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Free First Sunday
Free admission is available every first Sunday of the month from 1 - 5 PM. In addition, we provide the reduced admission price of $5 for unlimited Irene W. Pennington Planetarium shows. Don't miss out on this day of exploration, creativity, and discovery on Sunday, March 2 with free admission to our one-of-a-kind galleries and various hands-on activities for all ages. Plus, for a reduced admission of just $5, you get access to unlimited surround-sound fulldome planetarium shows! Visit lasm.org/calendar for the full planetarium schedule. Save your money for other great memories while still enjoying the full experience of LASM!...
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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 glasses. We are thrilled to host this exciting educational program thanks to the generous sponsorship of BASF. BASF's Kids' Lab workshops are included with the price of general admission (and are always free to members). You may register on-site the day of the program, as...
Events for March
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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 glasses. We are thrilled to host this exciting educational program thanks to the generous sponsorship of BASF. BASF's Kids' Lab workshops are included with the price of general admission (and are always free to members). You may register on-site the day of the program, as...
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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 Planetarium shows will be available. Check Show Schedule
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Read & Create
Every 1st & 3rd Saturday of the month! Join us on Every 1st and 3rd Saturday of the month at 11:15 AM for our Read and Create program! Children ages 3-8 and their accompanying adults are invited to join us for a museum guide-led story time and art activity in the Republic Finance Gallery. This program is included with museum admission and is free for members.
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Studio Saturday: From Egypt to Sketch Paper – Profile Portraits with Robert Bienvenu
The Louisiana Art & Science Museum (LASM) will host its next Studio Saturday Art Workshop on Saturday, March 22, from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM. Join local artist Robert Bienvenu for a hands-on exploration of ancient Egyptian line and portrait art. Participants will create profile portraits inspired by LASM’s new exhibition, Discoveries on the Nile: Exploring King Tut’s Tomb and the Amin Egyptian Collection. This workshop is open to both experienced artists and beginners. Robert Bienvenu is a Louisiana artist specializing in line art and charcoal. His career includes creating artwork for local television, comics, and private portrait commissions. He...
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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 glasses. We are thrilled to host this exciting educational program thanks to the generous sponsorship of BASF. BASF's Kids' Lab workshops are included with the price of general admission (and are always free to members). You may register on-site the day of the program, as...
Events for March
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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 glasses. We are thrilled to host this exciting educational program thanks to the generous sponsorship of BASF. BASF's Kids' Lab workshops are included with the price of general admission (and are always free to members). You may register on-site the day of the program, as...
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“Echoes of Eternity: The Impact of Egyptian Culture on Modern Society” Opening STEAM Gallery Exhibition
LASM, in collaboration with Ellemnop.art, aims to provide an opportunity for LASM’s visitors to learn, explore, and engage with original art created by local student artists. The STEAM Gallery is designed to give student artists the opportunity to highlight their work in line with the standards followed by art industry professionals. LASM’s vision is to guide each artist through seeking opportunities to display their work, creating a cohesive artwork fit for gallery or museum representation, preparing their artwork for installation, and presenting themselves as working artists among their peers, community supporters, and art patrons. As the opening exhibition in this...
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Annual Meeting of the Membership
Save the date for LASM's Annual Meeting of the Membership, Monday, March 31, 4 PM, at the Louisiana Art & Science Museum. Join our Board of Trustees, Advisory Council, and LASM's new President & Executive Director, Karen Soniat, PhD to learn about the museum’s achievements over the past year and discover what's in store for 2025! Please note: Annual meeting participants must be LASM members to attend. If you are unsure if your membership has lapsed, contact Paula Taylor, Museum Store & Membership Manager, at ptaylor@lasm.org or 225-344-5272 ext. 128 to check your status. To renew, go to lasm.org/member. Following the...
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“Leslie Charleville: Preserving Life Through Art” Reception
Join us at the Louisiana Art & Science Museum on Monday, March 31 at 5 PM for the reception following the annual Meeting of the Membership. Learn more about Annual Meeting of the Membership The public is welcome to join the reception at 5 PM celebrating LASM employee, Gyotaku artist, and Louisiana Ambassador Leslie Charleville. The event honors her recent article in Garden & Gun Magazine. Read the article The reception is open to the public and generously sponsored by Union Pacific Railroad. Leslie Charleville: Preserving Life Through Art Louisiana artist Leslie Charleville specializes in gyotaku, a traditional printmaking technique...
Events for April
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Egyptian Art and Archaeology: A Day of Hands-On History
Step back in time and immerse yourself in the fascinating world of ancient Egypt at LASM on Saturday, April 5, from 10 AM – 2 PM. LASM's interactive event, Egyptian Art and Archaeology: A Day of Hands-On History, invites visitors of all ages to engage with the captivating history, art, and culture of ancient Egypt through fun and educational activities facilitated by Glasgow Middle’s Roman Technology Students, the Louisiana Division of Archaeology, and 2021 Louisiana Teacher of the Year Nathalie Roy. Visitors will explore the mysteries of Egypt with exciting excavation activities, learn about ancient traditions, and even try their...
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Read & Create
Every 1st & 3rd Saturday of the month! Join us on Every 1st and 3rd Saturday of the month at 11:15 AM for our Read and Create program! Children ages 3-8 and their accompanying adults are invited to join us for a museum guide-led story time and art activity in the Republic Finance Gallery. This program is included with museum admission and is free for members.