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Buy tickets to the Fall Reception!GEAUX SOUTH: An Evening of Southern Art
Thursday, October 15 from 6–8 PM at the LSU Museum of Art
*Members free; non-members $30
*Gothic-inspired attire / costumes are encouraged. Costumes must follow museum guidelines
*Event check-in begins at 5:45 PM in the 1st-floor lobby of the Shaw Center for the Arts, 100 Lafayette St., Downtown Baton Rouge.
*This event is intended for adults and college students. Guests under 21 must present a valid ID at check-in and will receive a designated wristband.
Enjoy a Night at the LSU Museum of Art! Explore the new 'Southern Gothic' art exhibition. Enjoy light bites, music, refreshments, and creative art activities. Gothic-inspired attire / costumes are encouraged—think dark romance, vintage elegance, and a touch of mystery. Please review our costume guidelines before attending.
Buy tickets here: https://bontempstix.com/events/geaux-south-an-evening-of-southern-art-10-15-2026
If you are a member, please email [email protected] for promo code.
Costume Guidelines
We encourage guests to get creative and dress for the occasion! To help protect the artwork and ensure an enjoyable experience for everyone, please keep the following guidelines in mind:
Not allowed: Wings, tails, or other large/protruding accessories; Masks or headwear that obstruct visibility; Prop weapons; Hard, oversized, or cumbersome props and accessories; Glitter or costumes with glitter; Fresh flowers, feathers, or other organic materials
The LSU Museum of Art reserves the right to restrict costumes or accessories that may pose a risk to the artwork, interfere with museum operations, or disrupt the experience of other visitors.
The museum is located on the 5th floor of the Shaw Center for the Arts (100 Lafayette St.) in downtown Baton Rouge, LA.
Exhibition Support: Funding for the 2026 Parish America 250 Mini Grant has been provided by the State of Louisiana and administered by the Louisiana Endowment for the Humanities in partnership with the Louisiana Office of the Lieutenant Governor and the America 250 Louisiana State Commission. The views, findings, conclusions, or recommendations expressed in this program do not necessarily represent those of either the Louisiana Endowment for the Humanities, the America 250 Louisiana State Commission, or the State of Louisiana.
Artwork: Thomas Noble (1835– 1907), Forgiven, circa 1872, oil on canvas, 50 1/8 x 65 inches. Image courtesy of The Johnson Collection, Spartanburg, South Carolina.
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100 Lafayette Street, Fifth Floor, 70801, 100 Lafayette St, Baton Rouge, LA 70801-1201, United States
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