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Why Support LASM?
Since 1962, the Louisiana Art & Science Museum (LASM) has served the capital region of Louisiana and beyond through its art and science exhibitions, educational programs, and immersive Irene W. Pennington Planetarium shows. Below are just a few of the reasons that LASM is an extraordinary institution worthy of your support!
THE LOUISIANA ART & SCIENCE MUSEUM:
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• is home to the Irene W. Pennington Planetarium, which is the largest and most technologically advanced planetarium in Louisiana and is among the largest planetariums in the Southeastern U.S.
• contains unique cultural objects in its art and science galleries, including an ancient Egyptian mummy and an authentic Triceratops skull that have become iconic figures in our Baton Rouge community; LASM cares for over 4,000 artworks and artifacts in its permanent collection
• offers curriculum-aligned educational programming, including hands-on classes, guided tours, and planetarium shows, to school audiences from Pre-K through 12th grade; nearly 17,000 students visited LASM on field trips in 2022
MISSION
We seek to enhance the understanding and appreciation of art and science for general audiences and students by presenting unique, educational, and entertaining experiences that encourage discovery, inspire creativity, and foster the pursuit of knowledge.
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• emphasizes accessibility by providing free admission on every first Sunday of the month in addition to a variety of free programs for often under-served groups, including senior adults, veterans, active-duty military members, and first responders
• has maintained accreditation by the American Alliance of Museums (AAM), the highest standard for museum operations held by less than 10% of museums nationwide, for over 50 years
• is housed in a historic train station that was built in 1925 and has been listed on the National Register of Historic Places since 1994
VISION
We envision a community of lifelong explorers inspired by art and science.
THE BIG IDEA
Art and Science shape and inform each other, our lives, and the world.
Scan the QR code or visit tinyurl.com/LASM38thAnnualGalaPledgeForm to fill out your pledge form. Please contact LASM Fundraising Manager Megan Boucvalt at mboucvalt@lasm.org or 225-344-5272 x 114 for any assistance with or questions about filling out the pledge form!
