Alexandria (pop. 50,000) is located on the south bank of the Red River at the geographical center of Louisiana. It is also the commercial, educational and military center.
The Alexandria Museum of Art occupies the historic Rapides Bank Building circa 1898. Seven exhibition spaces present collections from around the world. Fine art and Louisiana folk art and crafts are highlights.
Address: Alexandria Museum of Art, 933 Main Street Box 1028, Alexandria, LA 71309-1028, United States
Phone: 1 (318) 443-3458, Fax: 1 (318) 443-0545
The Alexandria Zoo was founded in 1926. It is home to more than 500 animals on 33 acres of ground. Native Louisiana flora and fauna as well as habitats are featured.
Address: Alexandria Zoological Park, 3016 Masonic Drive, Alexandria, LA 71301-4240, United States
Phone: 1 (318) 441-6810, Fax: 1 (318) 473-1149
Hours:
9am-5pm
Always closed on: New Year's Day (January 1), Thanksgiving - USA (4th Thursday, November ), Christmas - Christian (December 25)
The Arna Bontemps African American Museum in Alexandria is the restored childhood home of Arna Bontemps - poet, author, anthologist, and librarian. He was considered the leading authority of the Harlem Renaissance.
Address: Arna Bontemps African-American Museum, 1327 Third Street, Alexandria, LA 71301-8248, United States
Phone: 1 (318) 473-4692, Fax: 1 (318) 473-4675
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