The museum is filled with dynamic, multimedia exhibits that feature the history and development of Louisiana 4-H. See a virtual tour of the museum here.

• Timeline of Louisiana 4-H – A giant mural and display highlight pivotal events in the history of Louisiana 4-H.
• Louisiana 4-H Hall of Fame – Honoring the people whose dedication made 4-H what it is today.
• 4-H Emblem Collage – A multitude of items from around the state.
• Louisiana 4-H on Parade – 3-D diorama of projects and programs.
• Louisiana 4-H Parish by Parish – Unique achievements by 4-H'ers around the state.
• Frankie the 4-H Fox at Camp – Animatronic fox puppet explains what 4-H does for youth.
• And much more!

Why was the museum built in Mansura, a rural area?

Mansura is in Avoyelles Parish, and Louisiana 4-H has its roots in Avoyelles. In 1908 at Moreauville High School, 300 boys gathered to learn new and better ways to plant corn (with a horse and plow!). This Corn Club for boys was the first of its kind in Louisiana. The club was organized with support from the U.S. Department of Agriculture, the Louisiana Agricultural Experiment Station, the Louisiana Department of Agriculture, the Louisiana State Department of Education, the Avoyelles Parish School Board and Moreauville High School. By the end of 1908, there were 15 Corn Clubs for boys throughout Louisiana. Within a few years, more agricultural project clubs for boys had formed, and clubs for girls were also under way. Such boys and girls clubs were being organized nationwide. Eventually, all these boys and girls clubs were collectively called "4-H Clubs."

The idea for building the museum in Mansura evolved in 2004 when the Avoyelles Parish Police Jury acquired land in Mansura for a new facility for extension and tourism offices.

How do people donate or loan items to the museum?

History comes alive with photos, documents, memorabilia, clothing and artifacts! We know there are lots of treasures out there in closets and attics, and we’re eager to see them. For more information on submitting items for donation or loan, please click here.

News clippings about 4-H events can be faxed or mailed to:

Rose Anne St. Romain
Louisiana 4-H Museum
8592 Highway 1, Suite 2
Mansura, LA 71350
Fax: (318) 964 – 2259
Phone: (318) 964 – 2245

For group tours of Avoyelles Parish, contact the Avoyelles Commission of Tourism. Their friendly staff is always on hand with "a bottomless cup of hospitality."

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Take pride in the legacy 4-H has bestowed in the minds and hearts of millions of youth since 1908. 

Visit the Louisiana 4-H Museum today!

Monday - Friday: 8:30 a.m - 4:00 p.m.
Please arrive no later than 3:00 p.m. to fully enjoy all the exhibits.

Saturday and evenings: By appointment only for groups as of Dec. 1, 2010.
Please contact the Louisiana 4-H Museum to make arrangements.
Phone: 318-964-2245.


Is there an admission charge?

Admission is $3 per person. Children under age 3 are admitted free. There is a 10% discount for groups of 25 or more.

8592 Highway 1
Mansura, LA 71350
(318) 964-2245

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