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This lecture series is held annually in memory of Ethel Claiborne Dameron, founder of the West Baton Rouge Historical Association and West Baton Rouge Museum. This personal sharing by George Rodrigue’s widow, Wendy, explores the artist’s commitment to mirroring his feelings on his canvas and, particularly after his cancer diagnosis and with the help ofContinue reading “October 29, 2023
George Rodrigue: Reflections of Love
a Presentation by Wendy Rodrigue
for the Ethel Claiborne Dameron Lecture Series”

This week, Wendy is delighted to share George Rodrigue and his paintings with Baton Rouge area teachers during the West Baton Rouge Museum’s Summer Institute. This year’s Teachers’ Institute is designed to coincide with the exhibit, The River is the Road: Paintings by George Rodrigue, which will be on display at the West Baton Rouge MuseumContinue reading “July 17-19, 2023
Teachers’ Institute at West Baton Rouge Museum”

What a day! We are extremely honored that U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy expressed a great interest in viewing this magnificent installation of George Rodrigue’s paintings, The River is the Road: Paintings by George Rodrigue, currently on view at the West Baton Rouge Museum. He took the time to really look… and he saw! He beautifullyContinue reading “July 14, 2023
Exhibition Tour with Senator Bill Cassidy”

The events surrounding the June 16 opening of this exhibition were spectacular, and it’s only the beginning! In the videos and photos below, enjoy glimpses of opening night (June 16), two gallery talks (June 17 and 18), docent training, and “Rodrigue’s Blue Dog Summer Art Camp” (June 19 and 26) at the West Baton RougeContinue reading “June 16, 2023
Opening Reception and surrounding events for
The River is the Road: Paintings by George Rodrigue”