Barnwell Memorial Garden and Art Center Is Just The Beginning Of Sites To Visit In Shreveport, Louisiana, By Melody Schubert

Located at on the Clyde Fant Parkway in Shreveport, Louisiana is the Barnwell Memorial Garden and Art Center that we visited with our friends before an evening of Mardi Gras celebrations. Our journey started exploring the many things to do in Shreveport first.

Out On The Town In Shreveport - If you're looking for something to do there's always something fun going on along the Clyde Fant Parkway in Shreveport. This is where they hold festivals, and is a major parade route during Mardi Gras season. Plus, you'll not only find the Barnwell Memorial Garden and Art Center there, but just across the street is Sci-Port, a fun and interactive Discovery Center the whole family can enjoy. Just down the Clyde Fant Parkway are a number of Casinos, restaurants, and many other sites to explore. If you have time be sure to travel across the Texas Street Neon Bridge and visit the Louisiana Boardwalk for dinner and a show, or just shop your little heart out!

Embrace The Arts At Barnwell Memorial Garden and Art Center - This is the perfect place to view art by inspiring artists, join fun programs, and enjoy the natural beauty of the conservatory. Although it seems small compared to other garden spaces we visited, the conservatory was one of my favorite spots because it was a refreshing change from the harsh winter we've experienced in Indiana.

I could have spent hours just relaxing and exploring the diverse foliage and tropical plants in the classic conservatory. And, it is truly a classic since there are very few conservatory's in the nation with a large dome left, which makes it even more charming and a perfect spot for weddings! I cannot forget the beautiful gardens outside that showcase Artists Sculptures, and is as inviting as Shreveport's Southern Hospitality!

What we enjoyed most about our visit to the Barnwell Memorial Garden and Art Center was experiencing the works of local Artists. One of the striking exhibits at the Barnwell Memorial Garden and Art Center on exhibit in the Main Gallery throughout February is Zombies vs. Pirates - Line Up, Shake Hands, Good Game, By Artist Dara Engler. Dara's bold portraits capture humanity in a raw, and edgy way the draws your attention, and reminds us of Picasso's extraordinary works. She is certainly one of the artist to keep an eye on in the future!

The great programs scheduled like the Art After Hours on Thursday Nights are also a exciting way to meet interesting people and tap into your own creativity. Be sure to visit the store at the Barnwell Center that showcases one of a kind contemporary creations and handmade works by Louisiana Artist.

More Arts To Enjoy In Shreveport - Celebrating the arts is as much a part of life in Shreveport, Louisiana as Jumbo! The whole city is a colorful canvas of creativity which has united the community! You'll find beautiful murals spread throughout town. Don't worry, you won't miss them because they're huge! And, not far away from the Barnwell Memorial Garden and Art Center is the Artspace, another of Shreveport's Artistic Jewels, where every month is a new experience for artists and art lovers. Artists on exhibit present moving and inspirational works that touch a cord. The beauty of the Artspace is it not only features works of art like those you would find in a museum, but also inspires the community through special programs like Barnwell. And, at Artspace you can also grab a bite to eat and share a engaging visit with family and friends.

Creative talents are also showcased at the Meadows Museum of Art that features works of French artist Jean Despujols documenting the people of Indochina. Also works by Diego Rivera, Jose Clemente Orozco, Mary Cassat, Reginald Marsh, Alfred Maurer, and George Grosz. The R.W. Norton Art Gallery is a classic Art Museum highlighting the works of American and European art spanning
four centuries. It features great American West artists, Remington and Russell. The museum grounds boast expansive gardens, with azaleas full bloom in April. The Southern University Museum of Art in Shreveport is another great stop to view over 300 original pieces of African-American and African art. And, adding a special touch to your Artistic adventures in Shreveport is stop to view the sculptures of Elvis Presley & James Burton, a Rock and Roll Hall of Fame guitarist, located at 705 Elvis Presley Blvd. These sculptures stand in front of the the historic Municipal Auditorium where Elvis Presley & James Burton played together on the Louisiana Hayride.