Culture

The original inhabitants of Baton Rouge and probably Livingston were the Houmas Indians, who were driven south by the Tunicas in the early 1700s, but little remains of the Indian culture other than material artifacts.

The cuisine is a blend of Creole and Cajun, topped with Italian, German, Spanish, Caribbean and Greek flavorings.
Architecturally Baton Rouge reflects African American and Caribbean influences, with large balconies and many doors.

The Baton Rouge Area Convention & Visitors Bureau provides complete convention services free of charge for all convention and group meetings in the area.