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Hear the tale of the man who first bottled Coca-Cola, explore hardwood forests and swamps on scenic hiking trails, and enjoy locally made craft beer and wine. These are just three of many things to do in Monroe-West Monroe, Louisiana. Whether you’re looking to escape to the great outdoors or for a fun vacation for the whole family, you’ll find it here. Monroe-West Monroe’s attractions ranging from art galleries and a military museum to gardens, golf courses, and wildlife refuges, provide countless experiences that will have you coming back for more. Browse the following list of attractions in Monroe-West Monroe and add any that catch your eye to your travel itinerary to create North Louisiana adventure of your own.

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Arender Studio + Gallery

131 Art Alley, Monroe

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Northeast Louisiana Arts Council

2305 North 7th Street, West Monroe

The Arts Council of Northeast Louisiana seeks to nurture a vibrant regional arts culture through support, promotion, and education.

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Louisiana Delta Ballet

710 Highway 139, Monroe

It is Louisiana Delta Ballet's goal to bring quality ballet to North Louisiana. The Company consists of pre-professional dancers from a sixteen parish area of North Louisiana. LDB has become a vessel for dancers to pursue a professional dance career and has also contributed to an increase in the appreciation for the arts in the community.

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Monroe Symphony Orchestra

700 University Ave, Monroe

Providing live, symphonic music of high artistic quality for the education and enjoyment of the people of Northeast Louisiana and the region.

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Strauss Theatre Center

1300 Lamy Ln., Monroe

Strauss Theatre is home to a variety of stage performances throughout the year. Providing dramas, comedies, and good times for the entire family. The staff and cast members contribute a strong artistic force in the Northeast Louisiana region.

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Strauss Youth Academy for the Arts

1300 Lamy Ln., Monroe

Strauss Youth Academy for the Arts offers the very first comprehensive programming in the arts for youth in Northeast Louisiana. SYAA enourages youth to get involved, be creative and to have fun while learning.

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Twin City Ballet Company

2905 Desoto St., Monroe

Founded in 1970, the Twin City Ballet Company is a premiere regional dance company located in Monroe, LA committed to community enrichment through artistic and educational excellence throughout Northeast Louisiana. Twin City Ballet Company achieves and inspires excellence in dance by offering mastery of the discipline, outstanding performances, and community education/outreach.

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University of Louisiana at Monroe Visual and Performing Arts

700 University Ave. BiedenHarn Hall, Monroe

VAPA programs are designed to develop your expertise, challenge your creativity, and fuel your passion for the arts!

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The Big Room Gallery

135 Art Alley, Monroe

Open for crawls and by appointment. Features different artists each crawl.

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DOWNSTAIRS Gallery & Studio

137 Art Alley, Monroe

Open for crawls and Saturday-Sunday 2:30 pm-5:30 pm. Features different artists each crawl.

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Creative Paintings, Incorporated

410 North 6th Street, Suite 2, West Monroe

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Levee Gallery

1617 N 18th Street, Monroe

Levee Gallery showcases primarily contemporary artworks by emerging and established Southeast artists. Opened in 2017 and owned by Kathy Biedenharn.

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Frank Kelley Jr. Creative Paintings Gallery

410 North 6th Street, West Monroe

Works include paintings of rural life, exciting abstracts, celebrated jazz, and southern life.

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Studio Ballew

126 Cheniere-Drew Road, West Monroe

With multiple galleries, a courtyard, and studio, Studio Ballew allows you to express your creativity, browse and shop for art, and relax. This is the place where New Orleans meets Broadway. Owned by local artist Peyton Ballew.

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