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Louisiana's Old State Capitol, Baton Rouge

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  • By stevekimberlym
    If you are in Baton Rouge you need to check out the old state capitol. There is not a fee to visit. Inside you will see the gun that was supposedly used to shoot Huey Long. You will get a history.....  more
    If you are in Baton Rouge you need to check out the old state capitol. There is not a fee to visit. Inside you will see the gun that was supposedly used to shoot Huey Long. You will get a history.....  more »
  • By JollyLeo
    Tremendous 👏 the Huey P. LONG ROOM GREAT HISTORICAL EXHIBITS HE CHANGED LOUISIANA over 1000 Bridges and many Roads👍👍💥 He was reared in Winnfield with his brother Earl and. OK Allen both... 
    Tremendous 👏 the Huey P. LONG ROOM GREAT HISTORICAL EXHIBITS HE CHANGED LOUISIANA over 1000 Bridges and many Roads👍👍💥 He was reared in Winnfield with his brother Earl and. OK Allen both...  more »
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  • By Jody Webb
    This was my first time to visit & I am a Louisiana native. Now that I've taught our state history twice - I appreciate this amazing place a lot more. Unique architecture+ a unique background make for an interesting visit. I had a feeling it would be enjoyable & it exceeded my expectations!
  • By Scott Nina
    Very rich in the history of French culture in Louisiana. I definitely recommend visiting this place. Is very family friendly. Lots to see and a lot of reading. In less than 30 minutes of driving you can be at a historical sugar cane Plantation.
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