The best arts & culture spots in Monroe

6 arts & culture spots we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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Masur Museum of Art

Arts & Culture

Masur Museum of Art is wrapping up Trismegistus: In the Garden on August 8, so catch it while you can. Also on the radar this week, The…

1400 S Grand St

“Masur Museum of Art is wrapping up Trismegistus: In the Garden on August 8, so catch it while you can. Also on the radar this week, The Crawl hits August 6, and their Summer Membership Drive rolls through August 31 for anyone ready to make it official.”

From the Monroe newsletter, August 5, 2026

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African American Museum

Arts & Culture

Whether you’re craving something more thoughtful than scrolling, the African American Museum dives into the Delta’s Black history and art…

1051 Chennault Park Dr

“Whether you’re craving something more thoughtful than scrolling, the African American Museum dives into the Delta’s Black history and art with exhibitions, essays, and community programs that connect past to right-now Monroe. Go for the stories, stay for the perspective that lingers longer than your coffee.”

From the Monroe newsletter, August 7, 2026

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Northeast Louisiana Children's

Arts & Culture

Colorful children's museum offering imaginative, interactive exhibits, along with events.

323 Walnut St

“Colorful children's museum offering imaginative, interactive exhibits, along with events.”

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Duck Commander

Arts & Culture

This warehouse, gift shop & museum is owned by the Robertson family of "Duck Dynasty" fame.

117 Kings Ln (West Monroe)

“This warehouse, gift shop & museum is owned by the Robertson family of "Duck Dynasty" fame.”

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Chennault Aviation & Military Museum

Arts & Culture

Museum featuring exhibits on General Claire Chennault, plus local aviation & military history.

701 Kansas Ln

“Museum featuring exhibits on General Claire Chennault, plus local aviation & military history.”

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Biedenharn Museum & Garden

Arts & Culture

Guided tours of a 1913 mansion with antiques & English gardens, plus a Coca-Cola museum & gift shop.

2006 Riverside Dr

“Guided tours of a 1913 mansion with antiques & English gardens, plus a Coca-Cola museum & gift shop.”

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