Louisiana Art & Science Museum

09/03/2026

It’s a Weekend of Literacy! ✨📚

Join us Saturday for Read & Create: "Roux's First Day" with Julie Becnel! Enjoy a reading of her new book about courage, friendship, and navigating the big feelings that come with trying something new, followed by a craft and book signing with Julie. 🎨📖

Then, join us Sunday for Free First Sunday: National Read-A-Book Day! We’ll welcome local nonprofit The Dolly Diamonds for read-alouds celebrating Dolly Parton’s love of books and reading, honoring her legacy and the joy she brought to generations of readers.
Plus, Line4Line will be here giving away free books to our visitors! ❤️📚

Two days. Lots of stories. One big celebration of literacy! 📚✨

09/02/2026

What's On This September at LASM 🐊🌿

September brings an exciting lineup of exhibitions, special events, hands-on experiences, and unforgettable moments to the Louisiana Art & Science Museum and Irene W. Pennington Planetarium.

Mark your calendars for:
🗓️ Read & Create: "Roux's First Day" with Julie Becnel
🗓️ Free First Sunday: National Read-A-Book Day
🗓️ Rock the Dome: Laser U2
🗓️ Studio Saturday: Cajun Landscape Painting
🗓️ LASM's 41st Annual Gala: Louisiana Untamed, presented by Pennington Family Foundation

And don't forget to check out all the exhibitions coming and going this month!

Whether you’re creating art, enjoying a storytime, exploring a new exhibition, or experiencing the planetarium, there’s something for everyone at LASM.

Learn more at LASM.org.

09/01/2026

Get ready to get wild for a good cause! 🐊🌿✨

The Louisiana Art & Science Museum's Louisiana Untamed Gala is bringing together an unforgettable evening celebrating Louisiana’s incredible wildlife, art and science—all while supporting LASM’s mission and programs. 🌙🎨🔬

🔗Check out the full story to learn more about the gala and how to get involved at the link in our bio!

09/01/2026

09/01/2026

🎉It's that time again!🎉

Join us next month for Magnet Mania 2026 at the Louisiana Art & Science Museum!

📅 Sunday, October 4, 2026
⏰ 1:00–4:00 PM
📍 Louisiana Art & Science Museum
100 South River Road, Baton Rouge, LA 70802

Come discover the possibilities available through EBR Magnet Programs! 🌟

✨ Meet representatives from all 31 Magnet Programs
🎭 Enjoy exciting student performances
🏫 Explore programs and find the right fit for your student
📝 Get ready for the upcoming 2027–2028 Magnet Application Period
🖼️ Enjoy FREE museum admission during the event
🎡 PLUS, families will have the chance to win a Magnet seat at the program of their choice! (student must meet all eligibility requirements for their chosen program if selected)

Whether your student is interested in academics, STEM, visual and performing arts, Montessori, health sciences, communications, leadership, foreign language immersion, or more, Magnet Mania is your opportunity to explore what EBR Magnet Programs have to offer.

One event. 31 programs. Endless possibilities.

🌐 Learn more at ebrmagnet.org

08/31/2026

Studio Saturdays are here to stay at LASM! 🎨✨

Join us every third Saturday of the month for hands-on artmaking with local artists and museum professionals. Explore new techniques, connect with LASM exhibitions, and get creative no matter your skill level!

MARK YOUR CALENDARS!
📅 September 19 - Studio Saturday: Cajun Landscape Painting
📅 October 17 - Studio Saturday: San Carlin Studio Sketch
📅 November 21 - Studio Saturday: Paint Your Own Blue Dog

Click the link in the comments to reserve your spot today!

08/28/2026

The countdown is on for the launch of NASA’s Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope, and we’re diving into this historic mission! 🔭✨

Read our newest blog to learn all about the Roman Space Telescope, what makes this mission so exciting, and how it will help us explore some of the biggest mysteries in our universe.

Then, join us THIS SUNDAY from 1–5 PM for our NASA Pop-Up, where visitors can:
🌟 Learn more about the Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope launch
🌟 Discover how this incredible mission will transform our view of the universe
🌟 See a demonstration on how the universe expands with the LASM Education Team
🌟 And get excited for the next chapter of space exploration!

Come learn, explore, and get ready to reach farther into the universe with us! 🌠 Check out the comments to read the blog.

08/28/2026

New on the Astronomy Blog! 🌕✨

Tonight, look to the sky for the Full Sturgeon Moon! August’s full Moon brings a beautiful celestial sight for skywatchers, with plenty to explore beyond the Moon itself in the night sky.

Learn when to look, why August’s full Moon is called the Sturgeon Moon, and what else you can spot overhead in our latest Astronomy Blog update.

👉 Read now: https://penningtonplanetarium.wordpress.com/2026/08/28/the-sky-tonight-update-full-sturgeon-moon-3/

08/27/2026

Make your next field trip an unforgettable learning experience at LASM! 📚🌎🚀

From pre-K through 12th grade, LASM offers unique, educational, and entertaining school group programs designed to extend the classroom and bring STEAM concepts to life.

Students can explore an ancient Egyptian tomb, come face-to-face with a 65-million-year-old Triceratops skull, and journey through the cosmos in the Irene W. Pennington Planetarium... all under one roof in downtown Baton Rouge!

Choose a packaged itinerary tailored to your students’ grade level, curriculum, and interests, with themes including Ancient Egypt, Engineering, Astronomy, and more.

There’s something for every student at LASM! ✨

Ready to plan your next field trip? Contact [email protected] or 225.344.5272 ext. 149 to get started.

08/27/2026

New on the Astronomy Blog! 🌕🌘

Tonight, look to the sky for a partial lunar eclipse! As the Moon passes through Earth’s shadow, part of its surface will darken, creating a beautiful celestial event for skywatchers to enjoy.

Learn when to watch, what causes a lunar eclipse, and what else you can spot in the night sky in our latest Astronomy Blog update.

👉 Read now: penningtonplanetarium.wordpress.com/2026/08/27/the-sky-tonight-update-partial-lunar-eclipse-5/