Baton Rouge Arts & Culture

While you’re in Baton Rouge, immerse yourself in the city’s rich arts and culture scene. From local galleries with exquisite exhibits and shopping the work of local makers at crafts markets to taking in a show at one of our theatres, explore the arts from a local and international perspective, all while enjoying our Louisiana culture.

Art Galleries & Performing Arts

Stroll through galleries like Baton Rouge Gallery, where regional artists showcase work in painting, photography, sculpture, and mixed media. The city’s performing arts scene brings its own energy too, from brass and blues in intimate venues to live theater, dance productions, and music-filled community events. Catch a show at the Manship Theatre, enjoy bands at Baton Rouge Blues Fest, or find outdoor performances like Live After Five that carry the city’s rhythm into the streets.

Museums & History

Baton Rouge’s museums offer immersive experiences in art, science, and history. Wander through the Shaw Center’s LSU Museum of Art, go beyond your imagination at the Louisiana Art & Science Museum, or take a deep dive into Louisiana heritage at the Capitol Park Museum. Each one invites you to learn, reflect, and connect.

Festivals & Celebrations

Soak up Baton Rouge’s creative spirit at arts and cultural events held throughout the year. On the first Saturday of each month, the Baton Rouge Arts Market pops up alongside the Red Stick Farmers Market downtown, giving you the chance to browse paintings, pottery, jewelry, and handcrafted pieces by local artists. You can enjoy the work on display, chat with creators, and even take home a piece of Baton Rouge creativity. Beyond the markets, the Baton Rouge Underground Film Festival (BRUFF) offers a stage for emerging filmmakers. Purchase a pass, settle in, and watch films from local creators who bring fresh ideas and stories to the screen.

Plan Your Visit

Around here, there’s no set path for exploring arts and culture. Move at your own pace, wander into something unexpected, and let the city surprise you. One moment you might hear music spilling out of a neighborhood bar, and the next you could find a second line making its way down the street. Baton Rouge has a way of revealing its creativity right when you least expect it.