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Louisiana Passport Events

Explore Louisiana's unique cultural assets for visitors and residents alike.
 
The Crescent City Blues and BBQ Festival is one example of the numerous Passport Events throughout the state.
Louisiana Book Festival

World Bazaar and Marketplace

Shop and experience the sights, sounds and smells of artisans and vendors from around the world

Forum

Discuss strategies and best practices of creative and cultural industries as a major economic force

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Lt. Governor Mitch Landrieu

We are excited to welcome 70 countries and a multitude of guests to the World Cultural Economic Forum Oct. 30-Nov. 1, 2008.  Please be sure to check the agenda for a wide array of events and globally-renowned speakers.

The World Bazaar and Marketplace features arts, performances and vendors from countries including India, Malaysia, Brazil, South Africa and many others as well as top artists from five Louisiana regions on Oct. 31st and Nov. 1st.


 

Welcome!

I wanted to take this time to let you know that we are moving full-steam ahead with preparations for the upcoming World Cultural Economic Forum (WCEF). Now, as with Katrina, our cultural assets will prove to be a vital part of our social and economic recovery. Please continue to check back for updates on our progress as we finalize what will be the global dialogue on the world cultural economy.

-Lt. Governor Mitch Landrieu