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*All events are included with general admission unless otherwise noted.

Stargazing in the Irene W. Pennington Planetarium

Join us for STARGAZING under the dome of the Irene W. Pennington Planetarium on Saturdays at 10 AM! Learn about the stars and constellations in the local nighttime sky during the interactive presentation, then sit back for a featured show for all ages. Included in general admission (free for members); admission price paid at the door.

BASF’s Kids’ Lab

Create chemistry with BASF every 2nd and 4th weekend of the month! Explore the science of chemistry during these 45-minute hands-on workshops for young scientists ages 6-12 and their accompanying adults. Have fun learning and enjoy a different experiment each month! The March workshop is The Rainbow Connection. Each participant will also receive a cool branded...

Astronomy Day

With engaging hands-on activities from 10 AM - 2 PM Calling all wanna-be astronauts, stargazers, and astronomy lovers of all ages!  Join us for the return of “Astronomy Day” on Saturday, March 23, 2024. This family-friendly public program will feature astronomy-themed activities and demonstrations, astronomy-related Irene W. Pennington Planetarium shows, and BASF’s Kids’ Lab hands-on chemistry workshops....

The Art of Claudia Hayden: Sight & Sound at LASM

Live Jazz Concert

Join us on Friday, April 12, from 6 PM-8 PM for an Art After Hours Live Jazz Concert, The Art of Claudia Hayden: Sight & Sound at LASM, featuring Baton Rouge native Claudia Hayden, in conjunction with the museum’s current exhibition in The Republic Finance Gallery, Improvisation: The Art & Healing Power of Jazz. Along with being a...