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LAKE CHARLES, LA. — The Imperial Calcasieu Museum is pleased to present If Patchwork Were a Storyteller, a new exhibition by Lake Charles fiber artist Monette Bourque, opening August 20, 2026, in the Gibson-Barham Gallery. The exhibition brings together Bourque’s contemporary art quilts and textile collages created from repurposed vintage fabrics, quilts, linens, and other

The Southwest Louisiana Regional History Exhibit at the Imperial Calcasieu Museum offers an in-depth look at the people, industries, and everyday experiences that shaped the region from its earliest inhabitants through the early twentieth century. Through carefully preserved artifacts, historic photographs, personal writings, and original newspaper accounts, the exhibit traces the development of Southwest Louisiana

Step into the Hall of Heroes and explore the courageous legacy of the United States military. From the struggles of the Civil War to the trenches of World War I and the pivotal battles of World War II, this exhibit showcases artifacts that embody the bravery and sacrifice of our nation’s heroes. Special attention is

Step inside Haunted Histories of SWLA, an immersive journey into the legends, lore, and lingering mysteries of Southwest Louisiana. This one-of-a-kind exhibit brings together centuries of true crime, folklore, and firsthand accounts of the unexplained—blurring the line between documented history and the supernatural. Discover the chilling stories behind iconic sites such as the John Reid