Posted on 02/14/2006 8:35:45 AM PST by Ellesu
New flagship museum presents state artifacts and oddities: BATON ROUGE, Louisiana (AP) -- In the unique culture and history of Louisiana, Napoleon and Louis Armstrong mixed with shrimpers and costume-clad Mardi Gras revelers to shape the state. The mighty Mississippi River and colorful politicians determined much of its course. The originality and intrigues weren't lost on the crafters of the new $23 million Louisiana State Museum, a 69,000-square-foot metallic building showcasing a treasure trove of state artifacts and oddities.
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