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 Founders Ball is the Louisiana Museum Foundation’s annual fundraising gala celebrating a flagship exhibition at The Cabildo. In 2026, the event honors Sportsman’s Paradise: Celebrating Conservation, exploring Louisiana’s sporting heritage, craftsmanship, and conservation efforts. The exhibition highlights the state’s role within the Mississippi Flyway through artifacts, artwork, and stories of hunting, fishing, and habitat stewardship.
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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![Wedell-Williams Aviation & Cypress Sawmill Museum]()
Wedell-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
Learn More
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Exhibit Catalogs
Shop LMF’s collection of museum catalogs
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LMF Membership
Become a member of the Louisiana Museum Foundation or give the gift of a membership
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French Quarter Museum Association
Explore the FQMA
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Beading with the Big Chief
Donate to Support the Louisiana State Museum’s Creative Aging Program
For students aged 55+ to explore the history, traditions, and technique of Black Masking Indians.
