MPAC 2026

MPAC is the Arts Council’s biggest fundraising event of the year. For one incredible evening, the Cary Saurage Community Arts Center is transforming into an all-inclusive gala in the name of the arts. Indulge in exquisite cuisine, enjoy live performances, and experience captivating entertainment!

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Dennisparkercelloetc Exhibition Reception

Dennisparkercelloetc presents a fundraiser for LSU School of Music Scholarships. Renowned cellist Dennis Parker transforms defunct musical instruments and found objects into sculptural works, using them to explore how sound and the physical gestures of music intersect. Join us March 11th from 6pm - 9pm!

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Cary Saurage Community Arts Center

The Cary Saurage Community Arts Center is a 12,000+ square foot creative space for artists and arts organizations to meet, work, and create. With a black box, recording studio, visual artists studios, exhibition gallery, conference rooms, and rooftop terrace, CSCAC is the first building of its kind in the region.

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Your support allows us to continue promoting cultural growth, economic development, and educational enhancement through the arts in and around the 10-parish region Arts Council of Greater Baton Rouge

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Upcoming Events

From gallery openings, to performances, to festivals, join us in celebrations of art in our community.

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Our advocacy, resources and teaching/training serve a diverse community of artist who, when fitted together, build a unique culture that benefits us all. Art is not on the fringe of our communities. It's in the center.