Attractions and Places to Visit in Lake Charles

History buffs will appreciate the historical flavor of Lake Charles. Walk the neighborhoods to take in the stately southern homes. Lake Charles/Southwest Louisiana boasts a booming arts community that can be witnessed through touring one of the many quality galleries, with constantly updated exhibits and interesting art events. If you are a fan of Mardi Gras celebrations, the Mardi Gras Museum gets you up close to the elaborate costumes, floats, and rich history of this important piece of southwestern Louisiana culture. There are other fascinating museums where you will fall in love with the history of Lake Charles.

Imperial Calcasieu Museum

The Imperial Calcasieu Museum serves the five parish area of Calcasieu, Cameron, Beauregard, Allen, and Jeff Davis in Southwest Louisiana. The Museum is a well established 501c3 cultural organization...
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Lake Charles Children's Museum

We are the only destination of its kind between Houston and Lafayette. We offer over 21,000 square feet encompassing three floors of a historical building in the heart of downtown Lake Charles!
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Mardi Gras Museum of Imperial Calcasieu

There's nothing that describes Louisiana as much as the phrase "Mardi Gras" - words that conjure up the sights and sounds of Carnival as unique as centuries-old traditions. The Mardi Gras...
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