Roderick Harper: A Tribute to Alvin Batiste

Acclaimed vocalist Roderick Harper returns to the stage for a heartfelt tribute to jazz legend Alvin Batiste. A former student and collaborator of Batiste, Harper honors his mentor with an evening of soulful jazz rooted in the New Orleans tradition. Join us May 20th from 6:30pm - 8:00pm at the Cary Saurage Community Arts Center!

Louisiana Project Grants

Louisiana Project Grants are open to support arts projects that benefit communities throughout the state. In partnership with nine Regional Arts Councils (RACs), the program provides funding for nonprofit organizations, schools, colleges and universities, and government agencies to support projects that address local needs by utilizing the arts

Cary Saurage Community Arts Center

The Cary Saurage Community Arts Center is a 12,000+ square foot creative space for artists and arts organizations to meet, work, and create.  With a black box, recording studio, visual artists studios, exhibition gallery, conference rooms, and rooftop terrace, CSCAC is the first building of its kind in the region.

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Your support allows us to continue promoting cultural growth, economic development, and educational enhancement through the arts in and around the 10-parish region Arts Council of Greater Baton Rouge

Upcoming Events

From gallery openings, to performances, to festivals, join us in celebrations of art in our community.

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Our advocacy, resources and teaching/training serve a diverse community of artist who, when fitted together, build a unique culture that benefits us all. Art is not on the fringe of our communities. It's in the center.

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Hours of Operation

Office Hours:

Monday through Thursday from 8:30am - 4:30pm.

Fridays from 8:30am - 3:30pm.

Gallery Hours:

Monday through Thursday from 8:30am - 4:30pm.

Fridays from 8:30am - 3:30pm.