LSU AgCenter Botanic Gardens

07/25/2025

🌻The long-awaited sunflowers are finally here🌻 Come stroll through golden fields at the LSU AgCenter Botanic Gardens and snap the perfect summer photo.
📍 Free admission | 🕗 Open daily, 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

07/23/2025

07/19/2025

📸 August Reflections in the Garden
Topic: Photography in the Garden
Speaker: Randy Roussel

Step into the world of garden photography with attorney and published photographer Randy Roussel, whose stunning images capture the magic of morning and evening light in Louisiana landscapes.

Whether you’re new to photography or looking to sharpen your eye, this session will teach you how to turn everyday garden scenes into compelling visual stories. 🌿✨

🗓️ Monday, August 4th
🕰️ 12–1 PM
📍 LSU AgCenter Botanic Gardens
💚 Free for Friends members | $10 for non-members

🔗https://fobgburden.com/event-6088342

07/16/2025

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Fall and winter are just around the corner — and that means some of our most popular events, like Corn Maze and Louisiana Lights, will be back before you know it!

Now’s the perfect time to become a Friend of the LSU AgCenter Botanic Gardens and enjoy:
🍂 20% off ticketed events — up to 4 tickets per event!
🌟 Early access to some of our biggest seasonal celebrations
🌿 Free admission to monthly Reflections in the Garden sessions
✉️ Exclusive updates, sneak peeks & more

Join today and get ready for an unforgettable fall & winter at the Gardens!
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07/13/2025

The Welcome Center is coming together beautifully at Burden Museum & Gardens!🚧
With the framing well underway, you can now see the layout of the full structure — from the rooflines to the gathering spaces.

This phase marks an exciting transition from foundation to form, and it brings us that much closer to opening our doors to you. Whether you're stopping by for an event, a quiet walk, or a full day of discovery, this new space will soon serve as the heart of the visitor experience!

07/10/2025

Start your morning with a little fresh air! Birding at Burden is this Saturday from 7–9 AM. Join us for a peaceful, guided walk through the gardens and woodlands. Whether you’re a longtime bird watcher or just getting started, this is your chance to connect with nature and spot some amazing birds! 🐦

🌿Register at: https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/birding-at-burden-2025-3933023

07/04/2025

❤️💙🤍Red, white, and blooming blue! Wishing you a joyful 4th of July from the LSU AgCenter Botanic Gardens!🌟

07/01/2025

🍯 Have you gotten a chance to pick up some Burden Honey yet? Good news: it's back in stock! Stop by the Visitor Information Center this weekend to purchase some. Pints are $15 and quarts are $25. We're open daily from 8am - 4:30pm!

06/28/2025

🌸 The crape myrtles are putting on a show this summer, especially the vibrant hot pink varieties lighting up the Orangerie lawn! These summer bloomers thrive in Louisiana’s heat, dazzling visitors with their bright, long-lasting flowers. Stop by the LSU AgCenter Botanic Gardens to enjoy this splash of summer color in full glory.

06/26/2025

Did you know June is National Rose Month?🌹 There's no better place to celebrate than at the Botanic Gardens! Come stop and smell the roses with us this weekend! Open daily from 8am - 4:30pm.

📍4560 Essen Ln, Baton Rouge, LA 70809

06/23/2025

🌿 Reflections in the Garden – July 🌿
“Integrating Culture, Art, and Science in Contemporary Landscape Design”
🗓️ Monday, July 7, 2025 | ⏰ 12–1 PM
📍 Ione Burden Conference Center | 4560 Essen Ln, Baton Rouge

Join us for a lunch and learn with acclaimed landscape architect Jeff Carbo as he explores how culture, art, and science come together to shape meaningful outdoor spaces. From design philosophy to plant selection, this talk will deepen your understanding of how landscapes reflect both environment and identity.

🎟️ Free for Members • $10 for Nonmembers
📲 Register here: https://fobgburden.com/eventregistration