Governor's Portrait Gallery

• Welcome to the Governors Portrait Gallery. This place is designed so that you can explore on your own. The interactive station lets you choose one of these portraits and learn more about that particular Governor.

• The rich, colorful history of Louisiana is reflected in the lives of the Governors. Here you'll find a colorful and captivating cast of heroes and rogues, leaders and scoundrels.

• As you explore, remember that many of these Governors served Louisiana in this very building. This – where you are standing right now -- is a place of history. The more you explore, the more you'll find out about the dramatic events that occurred right here.

• The Spanish and French Colonial Governors are included here, as are Governors who served before Louisiana was a state. This colorful history is part of Louisiana's unique heritage