The Helis Foundation John Scott Center
Discover the creative genius and enduring legacy of Louisiana artist, sculptor, and teacher John T. Scott
The Helis Foundation John Scott Center recently sustained damage to the facade of our building that has forced us to temporarily close the center. While our building may have been impacted, our spirits remain firmly grounded. This moment is but a footnote in the larger story of the John Scott Center—a story of resilience, creativity, and community.
Rest assured, the work will not stop. Our programming and initiatives to share the legacy of John Scott and uplift our community will continue to thrive. We remain committed to telling the powerful stories that inspire us all, finding creative ways to engage and connect as we navigate this chapter.
Your continued support means the world to us, and we look forward to seeing you at one of our upcoming off-site programs soon. Together, we’ll carry forward John Scott’s vision with unwavering dedication.
—Brandon V. Lewis, director of The Helis Foundation John Scott Center
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Thank you to our donors
The LEH is deeply grateful to all capital campaign contributors, including The Helis Foundation, National Endowment for the Humanities, and State of Louisiana for their visionary support of this project, which will have a meaningful and lasting impact on humanistic study in Louisiana. Through their support, the LEH has been given the unique opportunity to develop a public space for exploring the humanities while elevating the legacy of an influential Louisiana artist.
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