Celebrate America 250 in Baton Rouge

The nation’s 250th anniversary marks 250 years since the Declaration of Independence was signed on July 4, 1776.

Original Louisiana Purchase Document: Now on Display

As part of celebrations across the country for the anniversary, the original Louisiana Purchase document will be on display at Louisiana's Old State Capitol starting April 14 – July 11, 2026. The Louisiana Purchase agreement, signed by Napoleon Bonaparte, is widely considered to be the greatest real estate deal in history. In 1803, the United States acquired 828,000 square miles of land from France for $15 million dollars. This purchase nearly doubled the size of the United States, making it one of the largest nations in the world.

America 250 Events

History & Museums in Baton Rouge
Baton Rouge, Louisiana's vibrant capital city, boasts a fascinating history dating back to 1699. With the flags of seven different nations having flown over…
Old State Capitol
Louisiana's Old State Capitol
At first glance, it looks like something out of another time. Situated along the Mississippi River, the Old State Capitol rises like a castle…
Check out the Louisiana Purchase: Now On Display