We stopped to explore the Louisiana State capital in Baton Rouge. We read the views from the top floor were spectacular and we wanted to see the location of where Huey P Long was assassinated.
We were run thru security just inside this door and found my Leatherman tool was not allowed so I had to go leave it in our vehicle and return. |
Just inside the door was a canoe carved from one Cyprus log. It was a beautiful piece of woodworking. |
The main lobby was beautifully finished |
The views from the top floor were indeed beautiful |
This is the hallway where the shooting took place. There are still bullet impacts visible on the marble from the cross fire from the body guards. |
The Senate chambers |
This building is worth a visit if you find yourself in the area. |
I did not know the story of the "red stick". The capitol is a beautiful building. I would love to see it!
ReplyDeleteSo the senator was shot right there in that hallway? Yikes. Interesting stuff.
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