Louisiana Political Museum and Hall of Fame Facts for Kids

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Louisiana Political Museum and Hall of Fame

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Established	1987
Location	498 E. Main Street, Winnfield, Louisiana

The Louisiana Political Museum and Hall of Fame is a special place in Winnfield, Louisiana. It's like a museum and a hall of fame all in one! This museum was created in 1987 by the Louisiana State Legislature. Its main goal is to celebrate and remember the most famous politicians and political journalists from Louisiana. It's a great spot to learn about the people who shaped the state's history.

The Hall of Fame is inside the Winn Parish Chamber of Commerce building.

A look inside the museum.

The Earl Kemp Long exhibit at the Louisiana Political Museum and Hall of Fame.

Who's in the Hall of Fame?
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Who's in the Hall of Fame?

The Hall of Fame honors many important people who have made a big difference in Louisiana politics. Here are just a few examples of the leaders and thinkers you can learn about:

Famous Governors

Louisiana has had many interesting governors. Some of them are honored here:

Huey P. Long (1893–1935): He was a very powerful governor and later a U.S. Senator. He was known for his "Share Our Wealth" program.
Earl Long (1895–1960): Huey's brother, he also served as governor multiple times. He was known for his lively speeches.
Jimmie Davis (1899–2000): Besides being a governor, he was also a famous country music singer! He is known for the song "You Are My Sunshine."
Edwin Edwards (1927–2021): He served as governor for four terms, which is a long time! He was also a U.S. Representative.
Kathleen Babineaux Blanco (1942–2019): She was the first woman to become governor of Louisiana, serving from 2004 to 2008.
Murphy J. Foster Jr. (1930–2020): He was governor from 1996 to 2004. Before that, he was a state senator.
John Bel Edwards (1966–): He served as governor from 2016 to 2024. He was also a state representative.

Important Senators and Representatives

Many people from Louisiana have served in the U.S. Congress, representing the state in Washington D.C.:

Russell B. Long (1918–2003): The son of Huey P. Long, he was a U.S. Senator for many years. He was very influential in national politics.
Mary Landrieu (1955–): She served as a U.S. Senator from 1997 to 2014. She was also Louisiana's state treasurer.
John Breaux (1944–): He was a U.S. Senator from 1987 to 2005. Before that, he was a U.S. Representative.
Hale Boggs (1914–1972): He was a U.S. Representative and a powerful leader in the U.S. House of Representatives.
Lindy Boggs (1916–2013): After her husband Hale Boggs, she became a U.S. Representative. She later served as an ambassador.

Other Key Figures

The Hall of Fame also recognizes other people who played important roles in Louisiana:

Ernest Nathan Morial (1929–1989): He was the first African American mayor of New Orleans.
James Carville (1944–): A well-known political strategist who helped manage presidential campaigns.
T.J. Jemison (1918–2013): A civil rights activist from Baton Rouge who worked for equal rights.
Mary Evelyn Parker (1920–2015): She was the first woman to serve as Louisiana State Treasurer.
Wiley W. Hilburn (1938–2014): A respected journalist and a professor of journalism.