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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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Community Health & Wellness Expo

Downtown RiverMarket - Drive Thru Farmers Market

Black & White Ball

Camp Creative

Monroe BASH

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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