1001 Ryan St
Lake Charles, LA

After extensive restoration, the 1911 Historic City Hall opened its doors as the City of Lake Charles' public art gallery and cultural facility in 2004. Since that time, Historic City Hall Arts & Cultural Center has showcased numerous traveling exhibitions from around the world, as well as regional and local artists. The Historic City Hall Arts & Cultural Center (HCH A&C Center) is City-owned-and-operated, under the direction of the Cultural Affairs Department. The beautiful historic building features three floors of gallery space, a clock tower, and, added in 2006, a landscaped brick courtyard. The HCH A&C Center has displayed solo exhibitions by artists such as Pablo Picasso, Ansel Adams, Norman Rockwell, and Tasha Tudor, as well as many traveling group exhibitions. In 2007, the HCH A&C Center housed Titanic: The Artifact Exhibition, featuring over 100 carefully preserved artifacts from the historic vessel. The HCH A&C Center has had visitors from across the country, many of which are surprised and delighted to find such high-caliber exhibitions in the Lake Area. The City of Lake Charles has an ongoing commitment to provide the residents and visitors of Lake Charles with quality, educational, family-friendly entertainment and events at accessible prices. The HCH A&C Center is open Tuesday through Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Admission to all exhibitions is free to the public. For more information, please call (337) 491-9147 or email artsandculture@cityoflc.us.

923 Ruth St
Sulphur, LA

The Henning Cultural Center is the historic home of Reverend John T. Henning, built in 1911. Renovated in 2006, this beautiful two-story gallery is now a stunning venue for exhibits year-round. Organized by the Brimstone Historical Society, these exhibits are always free, supported by Sulphur Parks and Recreation. There is no fee for artists to enter work, and no commission on sales.

2740 Ruth St
Sulphur, LA

Kick off your Creole Nature Trail journey at Creole Nature Trail Adventure Point—a free, fun attraction that immerses you in nature and Louisiana’s unique culture. Through imaginative, hands-on displays sure to inspire, you can learn the best places to spot alligators and migrating songbirds, take a peek at wildlife found in bayous and marshes, smell mouthwatering aromas of Cajun/Creole cooking, and “play along” with a Cajun and Zydeco band. The Creole Nature Trail Adventure Point brings to life many of the intrinsic qualities that make this area a unique destination. People who experience the exhibit displays will walk away with a vivid understanding of the wildlife and landscape along the Creole Nature Trail as well as our culture and way of life in Southwest Louisiana.

204 W Sallier St
Lake Charles, LA

For nearly 60 years, the Imperial Calcasieu Museum has sat in the shade of the mighty Sallier Oak offering guests to experience how deep their roots run in local history. Just as the Sallier Oak has perceived the history of our area in its 375-year life, the Imperial Calcasieu Museum invites you see history come to life through its vibrant programming of fine art exhibits and cultural experiences. The Imperial Calcasieu Museum was founded in 1963 and has been serving the five parish area of Calcasieu, Cameron, Beauregard, Allen, and Jeff Davis in Southwest Louisiana for 53 years. The Museum is open 12 months of the year and offers a minimum of 36 weeks of cultural/visual arts programming of its own design and coordinates with other cultural and community organizations to support their programs/projects

400 Lake Charles Ave
DeQuincy, LA

Situated at the intersection of the two major railroads - the original townsite in 1895 - the museum has sustained its turn-of-the-century beginnings with historical landmarks. Visitor information available. Steam engine, passenger car and a caboose on display, library located upstairs. Membership and donations welcomed. Adjacent to the museum is a playground with rides, picnic tables and a pavilion. Perfect for family outings or a day with the kids.

DeQuincy

DeQuincy, Louisiana, United States

Newport Industries museum and memorabilia. Wall of Honor paying tribute to locals who have served in the US military services. Monday through Thursday 9 a.m. - noon and 1-4 p.m.

1001 Ryan St
Lake Charles, LA

Located inside the 1911 Historic City Hall Arts & Cultural Center The Black Heritage Gallery, a project of Black Heritage Festival of Louisiana, opened on June 28, 2001 with a grant from the Junior League of Lake Charles, Inc. The opening exhibit honored the legends of the national Negro leagues and the hometown heroes of Southwest Louisiana. Located in historic Central School, the gallery is among the 26 initial sites on Louisiana’s African – American Heritage Trail that was announced by Lieutenant Governor Mitch Landrieu in February 2008. Since its inception, the gallery has showcased emerging and mid-career artist at its original location in Central School Arts & Humanities Center. In December 2019, the Gallery is projected to move into its new location at Historic City Hall Arts & Cultural Center. There are six exhibits a year that hang for 7 weeks. A vision of Stella Miller and Frankie Lane, the gallery is the only institution dedicated to the arts and culture of African -Americans in Southwest Louisiana.

1001 Ryan St
Lake Charles, LA

Located inside Historic City Hall Arts & Cultural Center Gallery by the Lake Inc. had its humble beginnings under the name “Associated Louisiana Artists” as a small group of artists meeting to paint together in individual homes. In 1984 Anne Dentler, founder, had a vision for Gallery by the Lake to someday have its own home where artists would come together to share knowledge, art, experience, camaraderie and exhibition of their art. To share and inspire the esthetic power of visual arts in our community with programs designed to educate and promote participation through gallery events and exhibits. Gallery by the Lake members are privileged to exhibit their art in quarterly exhibitions on the second floor of the Historic City Hall Arts & Cultural Center building at 1001 Ryan Street in Lake Charles.

9907 Royal St
Saint Francisville, LA

Features a delightful blend of Cajun and Celtic cultures to explore. Specializing in Louisiana artists, the gallery has a wide selection of art gallery originals and limited editions. The Harrington Gallery is a professional Art Gallery. At the Harrington Gallery, we do unique and unusal custom frame designs. Let us help you find the right frame for your artwork, photographs, memorabilia, and any treasures dear to your heart. We have many frames and acid free mat boards to choose from. Also available clear glass, non glare glass, UV blocking glass, Museum quality glass.

4205 Ryan St
Lake Charles, LA

The Abercrombie and Grand Galleries have rotating exhibition schedules showcasing exceptional works ranging from traditional through contemporary, 2D/3D, installation, and video by internationally renowned artists, university faculty, and MSU students. See the Visual Arts Calendar for exhibitions and holiday closures. All exhibitions are free and open to the public. For more information, you can contact the Department of Visual Arts 337-475-5060

4205 Ryan St
Lake Charles, LA

The Abercrombie and Grand Galleries have rotating exhibition schedules showcasing exceptional works ranging from traditional through contemporary, 2D/3D, installation, and video by internationally renowned artists, university faculty, and MSU students. See the Visual Arts Calendar for exhibitions and holiday closures. All exhibitions are free and open to the public. For more information, you can contact the Department of Visual Arts 337-475-5060 History: The Abercrombie Gallery has been in operation since 1983 and is dedicated to the memory of Lillie Franak Abercrombie and was made possible through a donation from the J.S. Abercrombie Foundation. Additional gallery space became available when The Grand Gallery opened September of 2010 after the Shearman Fine Arts Annex was completed.