Louisiana Through My Lens - Experiencing The Solar Eclipse at The Old Louisiana State Capitol

Today my wife and I decided to take a short trip down to Baton Rouge to tour the Old Louisiana State Capitol. As an added bonus while we were touring the inside of the historic building the 'Ring of Fire' solar eclipse took place. Not having the proper accessories to be able to view the phenomena directly we opted to watch the moon pass in front of the sun through the majestic mosaic skylight. The eclipse provided some interesting hues that actually accentuated the colors inside the beautiful structure. 

The Old Louisiana State Capitol is full of some amazing historical items and displays including several rooms dedicated to the turbulent political career and assassination of the infamous Huey P. Long. Long was such a polarizing figure here in this state. In fact one room has a gigantic crack painted right down the middle with one side featuring all the modern improvements he helped orchestrate for the state of Louisiana and the other featuring the depth of his corruption. 

Yet more rooms showcase exhibits about the history of the building, the city of Baton Rouge and several nearby towns. There are also relics from Louisiana's political past and new set of exhibits featuring items from our nations Civil Defense efforts during the Cold War with the Soviet Union.

If you are in the Baton Rouge area a trip to the Old Louisiana State Capitol is a must. Best of all the admission is FREE and the parking outside is FREE on the weekend! You can't beat a bargain like that,

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