Louisiana National Guard Museums

Louisiana National Guard Museums Louisiana military history, with an emphasis on the militia and National Guard. The larger facility, the Ansel M. Stroud Jr. Admission is free.
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The Louisiana National Guard Museums are dedicated to educating the public about the history of the Louisiana National Guard and other aspects of Louisiana military history. Military History and Weapons Museum, is located at Jackson Barracks in New Orleans' Lower Ninth Ward. It exhibits the history of the state's militia and National Guard from colonial times through modern day missions. The Louis

iana Maneuvers and Military Museum,located at Camp Beauregard in Pineville, also covers Guard history, but focuses more heavily on the contributions of Central Louisiana. The Louisiana Maneuvers during World War II, centered at Camp Beauregard, represented the largest domestic training exercises in the nation's history. Both museums are inside active military bases. While a photo ID is required for entry, our MPs are always glad to welcome you and give you directions once inside.

Next up in our Speaker Series: Whiskey, Women and War!
06/19/2026

Next up in our Speaker Series: Whiskey, Women and War!

06/19/2026
Uniforms have transitioned significantly over the years, from the wool field uniforms of WWI to the WWII field jacket an...
06/18/2026

Uniforms have transitioned significantly over the years, from the wool field uniforms of WWI to the WWII field jacket and beyond. Our collections has examples of so many of them. The jacket below is an "Ike" Jacket with a 75th Infantry Division patch. This unit participated in the Louisiana Maneuvers.

We also have reproductions we can loan for reenactments and special occasions.

The Louisiana Maneuvers and Military Museum exhibits an information board focused on German submarines that operated in ...
06/17/2026

The Louisiana Maneuvers and Military Museum exhibits an information board focused on German submarines that operated in the Gulf of Mexico during World War II. Their presence was the subject of rumors; people spotted mysterious shapes in the water; military patrols found evidence of their presence; and they sank ships in the Gulf, confirming that Germany had carried the war to the Gulf. Read the full story on our website. https://geauxguardmuseums.com/the-kreigsmarine-comes-to-call/

Flag Day Follow-Up: Every flag in our collection tells a story. The Madison Artillery Flag, Confederate States Army was ...
06/16/2026

Flag Day Follow-Up: Every flag in our collection tells a story. The Madison Artillery Flag, Confederate States Army was captured at Gettysburg, July 3rd 1863, by Newton McCann, Company M, 2nd US Regiment. Presented to the State of Illinois July 14th 1885. It is on display at our Louisiana Maneuvers & Military Museum in Pineville.

We have so much to offer teachers and educators during the summer and during the school year: Museum exhibits, interacti...
06/11/2026

We have so much to offer teachers and educators during the summer and during the school year: Museum exhibits, interactives, scavenger hunts, meeting space and more. Come by and see! 🍎

It's summertime! We had so much fun with Starbase Camp this morning. 🌞
06/11/2026

It's summertime! We had so much fun with Starbase Camp this morning. 🌞

After our May presentation on "Frenchie" by Jason Theriot we were pleased to be gifted these vintage postcards from Camp...
06/05/2026

After our May presentation on "Frenchie" by Jason Theriot we were pleased to be gifted these vintage postcards from Camp Blanding, Florida. In 1940, as the threat of war increased and the United States Army was built up, Camp Blanding became a federal facility and training center where many of our Louisiana soldiers trained and were then sent overseas.
This topic and many more can be enjoyed as part of our Speaker Series. Join us for our next lecture, Thursday, June 11th for a fascinating history of Louisiana knives. 🤓

Louisiana National Guard Camp Beauregard MWR and Louisiana Army Survivor Outreach Services hosted the Ruck to Remember t...
06/04/2026

Louisiana National Guard Camp Beauregard MWR and Louisiana Army Survivor Outreach Services hosted the Ruck to Remember this Saturday beginning at Louisiana Military Maneuvers Museum, Camp Beauregard. It was a great turnout and we were honored to be a part of it! Participants weighted their ruck with canned goods later donated to Gold Star families in need. 🏃‍♂️

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6400 Saint Claude Avenue
New Orleans, LA
70117

Opening Hours

Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 2pm

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(504) 278-8664

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