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Welcome to the Louisiana 4-H Museum, slated to open in early 2009! Here we explore the history of 4-H in Louisiana from a 1908 corn club for 300 rural boys to an informal educational program with a wide variety of projects, camp experiences, and curriculum impacting over 175,000 girls and boys in rural and metropolitan areas all across the state.

The museum is located in Mansura, La. as part of a facility that includes the Avoyelles Parish Cooperative Extension Service, Southern University Extension Service, and the Avoyelles Commission of Tourism.

Louisiana 4-H Museum
8592 Highway 1, Suite 2
Mansura, LA 71350
Phone: (318) 964-2245
Fax: (318) 964-2259
rstromain@agcenter.lsu.edu

2008 Louisiana 4-H Hall of Fame

The Louisiana 4-H Hall of Fame was established in 2008 as part of the 4-H Centennial Celebration. The first 100 inductees are volunteers, supporters, staff and pioneers who made lasting contributions to Louisiana 4-H. Their dedication and support have inspired countless youth.

The first National 4-H Club Camp in 1927

Rooted in Agricultural Research: Louisiana 4-H Celebrates 100 Years in 2008

Once rooted in rural America, 4-H has significantly diversified over its 100 years of existence. Although 4-H has changed as society has changed, much of its success can be traced to its roots and original mission.

Louisiana 4-H Timeline

Since 1908, Louisiana 4-H has engaged youth in practical hands-on learning experiences that instill values and teach life skills. As technology and social norms changed, so did 4-H projects, programs, and camps.

Frequently Asked Questions

The Louisiana 4-H Museum is an exciting work in progress that is raising many questions as enthusiasm for its completion builds. Here are brief answers to the most frequently asked questions.

Help Fill the Louisiana 4-H Museum

Calling all past and present Louisiana 4-Hers, leaders, parents, volunteers, agents, and staff!! Help us fill the Louisiana 4-H Museum collection with your memories.

Louisiana 4-H Museum Architectural Rendering

Architectural rendering of museum

February 2008

Current photos of the Louisiana 4-H Museum.

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