Shaw Center for the Arts, Baton Rouge, Louisiana, United States of America

The Shaw Center for the Arts, headquartered at 100 Lafayette Street in downtown Baton Rouge, Louisiana, is a performing art venue, fine arts museum, and educational center. Established in 2005, the center comprises the LSU Museum of Art, the LSU Glassell Gallery School of Art, the 325-seat Manship Theatre, classrooms, a sushi restaurant on the rooftop, and a playground. In 2005, the Shaw Center was awarded the American Institute of Architects Gulf States Honor Award. The center was awarded because of its "aggressive concept with a good contrast of materials" and "effective mapping of facade upon the plaza." Travelers from Baker should take the time to enjoy the various art exhibits and events with its unique concepts of creative design.

The Shaw Center for the Arts offers not only private event venues but also a unique dining experience. New Orleans is the entertainment hub of Louisiana. Hence, various hotels are all over the city, capturing nearby attractions while providing safe and comfortable sleeping quarters. The Hotel Indigo Baton Rouge Downtown is an upscale hotel that is nearby other notable landmarks in the city, such as the Mercedes-Benz Superdome and the Smoothie King Center. The Holiday Inn Express Baton Rouge Downtown is also one of the nearest hotels to the show center. For an out of town outing, visit Cat Island National Wildlife Refuge with its wetland habitats for migratory birds, aquatic animals, and many more. For a fun-filled activity with your family, take a relaxing break and head to Cajun Lagoon Water Park.