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    Marion County Historical Society

    5.0 (1 review)

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    Camp Moore Confederate Museum & Cemetery

    Camp Moore Confederate Museum & Cemetery

    4.3(4 reviews)
    47.2 mi

    It's nice you get to see pictures and clothes and other things the used in the past. You will learn…read morea few more things from our history

    This was once the training grounds for the Confederates in the war of Northern Aggression. No, the…read morewar was not over slave ownership 100%. The war was over states rights and not wanting a government who wants to dictate every move they make when they know nothing of the daily operations. I get that. Totally. Everyone who works here is a volunteer. Pulling up, there is no paved parking lot, you just park on the grass like a monster as it is beautiful, lush grass they have obviously spent a lot of time on to make look so good. Reenactments occur in November, right before the holidays where they close down. The huge house, you have to walk upstairs to enter the start of the museum and gift shop. I came in when the docent working was talking to another couple, so I just listened in to the talk. Evidently, there is some resentment that the land belongs to Camp Moore, but the state owns the building and has it appraised for much more than it is worth and they have to pay rent on it. Which makes me wonder who set this up? If this was an actual issue, why not build your own building and let the states building rot? There is also some resentment that this is not considered to be a State or Federal park, making it eligible for more funding. But, they don't get the traffic or the people coming to visit to make it worth their time, so it can be a vicious circle. I can see why there is no Federal funding because having been to a Federal park (like the Chalmette Battlefield near New Orleans) the docents there do not interject their personal opinions into the spiel about the need for separation of the State and Federal governments, and the State probably won't endorse opinions that there should be a separation as they probably need Federal funds for things like roads and schools and don't want to piss anyone off. The bookstore has many books on how the soldiers and civilian population lived in that time, books about jokes against Jews and MAGA hats (as if the current administration really believes in states rights). So, it all seems to be mixed messages. The video downstairs was interesting but not very informative. There seemed to be no elevator, so handicap accessibility seems non-existent. The walking tour, over grass, was nice. I would imagine a wheelchair bound person would have issues. The cemetery was also nice, and the reproduction of one of the buildings also. I am glad I came, but I would not suggest making a special trip just for this. If you happen to be on your way elsewhere, then ok.

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    Burden Museum & Gardens - Festival of Lights decorations

    Burden Museum & Gardens

    4.8(13 reviews)
    95.2 mi

    The LSU Rural Life Center and Burden Museum and Gardens are a hidden gem in Baton Rouge. They are…read morelocated right by I-10 on Essen, so they are easy to find. It's a very large property, and serves many purposes and hosts many events. It's a great resource that our city is very lucky to have. There are gardens and research facilities here associated with LSU, there are historical buildings and artifacts from Louisiana, then there are forests and wetlands, these are linked by roads and hiking trails. There's lots to see, and there are various events to participate in. One of these events is the new Louisiana Lights Festival which is a holiday-themed light show. It's impressive already and it's just getting started. Each year will bring more to this event! Another great event is the fall festival with its corn mazes, petting zoos, hay rides, and other fall fun activities. There are different events throughout the year, one need only check the website to be informed. There's really something for everyone here, from agriculture, horticulture, children's playgrounds, hiking, history, or just a place to have a picnic, this facility is there to meet the needs of the community. It's something that our residents and visitors should be aware of and utilize!

    Amazing! A beautiful nature oasis. From mossy oaks to sunflowers, there is so much to look at here!…read more Located right off the interstate or on Essen Lane, the Burden Gardens is Baton Rouge's hidden gem. Besides just looking at nature or going on a nature walk for free, there are several events that take place here regularly. Junior League has a kid-friendly event under the outdoor the gazebo each month, there is the Louisiana Lights event in December, and a corn maze in Oct. This place is huge! There is a meeting place, which is easily accessible when you pull in. There are also places to stop and sit and go to the restroom. A great place to explore!!

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