Baton Rouge Genealogical and Historical Society

07/07/2026

https://www.openpr.com/news/4569768/cenla-historians-awarded-research-grant-for-colonial-louisiana

The Louisiana Genealogical and Historical Society LAGHS is pleased to announce it has received a grant to study the genealogy and military records of colonial Louisiana military veterans The grant is from the U S National Archives with program partners ...

01/31/2026

Congratulations to Council Member Paulette Voiselle!

We are proud to announce that Council Member Paulette Voiselle has been selected to serve as the Nashville Area Primary Delegate on the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) Tribal Technical Advisory Committee (TTAC). TTAC brings together Tribal leaders and federal partners to address mental health and substance use priorities in Indian Country, ensuring Tribal voices help shape solutions that support the well-being of Tribal communities nationwide.

We are honored to have Council Member Voiselle represent the Tunica-Biloxi Tribe of Louisiana in this important role. Congratulations on this well-deserved appointment!

01/31/2026

Lawsuit over Ancestral Lands Exposes Fake HOA Two hours from Shreveport lies over 8,000 acres of contested land between the Sulphur and Red Rivers. After nearly five years of fighting, a member of …

01/31/2026

The Natchitoches Parish Council elected new leadership, heard a public safety presentation, and advanced multiple ordinances, resolutions, and budget-related items during its Jan. 29 meeting. Durin…

01/27/2026

Following the recent winter weather event and after continued coordination with the National Weather Service and local officials, Northwestern State University will resume normal operations on Wedn…

01/27/2026

Lawsuit over Ancestral Lands Exposes Fake HOA A member of the Natchitoches-based Adai Caddo Indian Nation and over 20 property owners won a decisive court victory against Shawnee Creek Land Owners …

01/14/2026

Don't forget our address for membership renewals:

Baton Rouge Genealogical and Historical Society, PO Box 80565, Baton Rouge, LA 70809