An Evening at Windrush
The Magic Returns
Friday, April 28, 2023
cocktail hour begins at 6:30pm
The magic returns with a progressive evening including cocktails and music set in the beautiful Windrush Gardens. After, enjoy an elegant southern supper provided by Chef John Folse. All proceeds benefit the Friends of LSU Rural Life Museum.
Purchase tickets to Evening at Windrush here.
Apprentice Program
Summer Day Camp
June 5-9, 2023
8 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Offering an experience unlike any other, LSU Rural Life Museum’s Apprentice Program is an excellent choice if you want a break from your typical summer camp. This week-long summer day camp gives campers both a unique and immersive experience as they step back in time to the life and trades of the 19th century. “Apprentices” will learn traditional skills from master artisans such as blacksmithing, candle-making, quill pen calligraphy, weaving, woodworking and more! The Apprentice Program is open to those entering 4th-8th grade for the 2023-2024 school year. Registration is $125 per child.
Register for the Apprentice Program
Harvest Days
Saturday, September 31 & Sunday, October 1, 2023
8 a.m. until 5 p.m.
Living history demonstrations will interpret activities that took place on Louisiana farms during harvest time in the 1800’s. Artisans will demonstrate skills related to the harvesting, hunting, fieldwork, and other 19th century duties. Activities will include open-hearth cooking, soap making, and wagon rides and much more!
Advance tickets and Corn Maze combination tickets coming in August!
At the door ticket prices:
ages 0-3 Free
ages 4-11 $10
ages 12+ $12
Haints Haunts and Halloween
Sunday, October 29, 2023
2:00pm until 4:30pm
Remember the sights, sounds, and activities of an old-fashioned country fair. Join the staff and volunteers of the Rural Life Museum as they provide a safe and fun Halloween event for families. Storytelling, cake walks, games, and trick-or-treating are some of the events kids will be able to participate in while on the museum grounds.
Ticket prices:
Ages 0-3 Free
Ages 4+ $6
Ages 12+ $12
Red Rooster Bash
Thursday, November 9, 2023
cocktail hour begins at 6:30pm
An annual Barbeque event for the Friends of the LSU Rural Life Museum. Come join the fun and take your chance at winning fantastic door prizes, while listening to lively music and enjoying delicious barbecue fare. Red roosters will be immersed throughout the decor.
Advanced registration is required. Registration and ticket information available in September.
A Rural Life Christmas
Sunday, December 3, 2023
10:00am until 5:00pm
Ring in the Christmas season with a 19th century Louisiana celebration. Musical groups, demonstrating artisans, storytellers, and costumed re-enactors will be present to set the holiday mood. The event will conclude with a bonfire and a very special guest.
Ticket prices:
Age 0 - 3 Free
Age 4-11 $10
Age 12+ $12