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August 18, 2022
Celebrate the opening of The Helis Foundation John Scott Center
This September join the Louisiana Endowment for the Humanities for live music, snowballs, tours, outdoor art activities for children and more as we celebrate the grand opening of The Helis Foundation John Scott Center.
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New Hub for Louisiana Social Studies Education
Thanks to a $900,000 grant from the Patrick F. Taylor Foundation, LEH is establishing the Institute for Louisiana Culture and History, a statewide educational hub providing reliable, accessible Louisiana social studies resources to students and their teachers.
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Grand Opening Events for The Helis Foundation John Scott Center
The LEH celebrates the opening of The Helis Foundation John Scott Center with a public grand opening on Saturday, September 10, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., with live music, snowballs, center tours, and outdoor arts activities for the whole family.
Read More64 Parishes Wins Local and National Awards
64 Parishes, the premier magazine of Louisiana history and culture published by the LEH, recently received several local awards, as well as a national award from the Society of Professional Journalists.
Read MoreSubmit Nominations for LEH Board of Directors Now
We are currently seeking nominations of Louisiana residents interested in supporting educational innovation, explorations of history, and meaningful engagement with culture for our statewide Board of Directors.
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