Discover. Engage. Influence.
Established in 1981, LMF serves as the heartbeat behind all Louisiana State Museums. Through funding support we fuel the collections, drive the exhibitions, and power up the educational programs.
LMF is the force that keeps the past alive — preserving, presenting, and promoting Louisiana’s vibrant history and culture — making sure it’s not just history, but a living, breathing part of today. Because it’s not just about what happened then; it’s about what’s happening now, and what’s yet to come.
Let’s make history together.
The Museums We Support
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The Cabildo
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![The Louisiana Civil Rights Museum]()
The Louisiana Civil Rights Museum
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![The Presbytère]()
The Presbytère
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![E.D. White Historic Site]()
E.D. White Historic Site
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![Wendell-Williams Aviation & Cypress Sawmill Museum]()
Wendell-Williams Aviation & Cypress Sawmill Museum
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![The New Orleans Jazz Museum at The Old US Mint]()
The New Orleans Jazz Museum at The Old US Mint
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![Capitol Park Museum]()
Capitol Park Museum
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![Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame and Northwest Louisiana History Museum]()
Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame and Northwest Louisiana History Museum
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![Madame John’s Legacy]()
Madame John’s Legacy
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![1850 House]()
1850 House
Archival Live Painting Print Gift
New Orleans-based artist Stephanie Gaffney performed a live painting on May 8, 2025, at the opening of the Pioneers of Women’s Carnival exhibition at the Louisiana State Museum. Her piece, Queens of Carnival, honors the trailblazing women of Mardi Gras and is a vibrant tribute to their legacy. The exhibition showcases historic costumes, photos, and artifacts of these pioneering women, capturing the essence of their contributions to Mardi Gras culture. Gaffney’s work continues the tradition of women artists actively shaping and celebrating Louisiana’s rich cultural heritage.
Give at the $100 level and receive a commemorative signed and numbered print.
Goings On
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Give the Gift of an LMF Membership
This holiday season, give the gift of an LMF membership
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French Quarter Museum Association
Explore the FQMA
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Exhibit Catalogs
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