Coney Island: Visions of an American Dreamland
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Old State Capitol 100 North Boulevard, Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70801
A new exhibition at the Louisiana Old State Capitol studies a particular site of American mass culture: Coney Island. The New York Harbor amusement park has held a vibrant place in the American imagination for centuries, and has been represented by various artists as a microcosm of the American experience. The exhibition includes such works along with photographs, ephemera, film clips, and hands-on interactive exhibits.
An opening reception will be held on Thursday, September 2 at 5:30 pm, and Dr. Karen Leathem from the Louisiana State Museum will discuss the history of Mardi Gras and its traditions.
On September 12, as part of the 2021 Ebb & Flow Festival, the Capitol will also host a special family-friendly, free event called "Dreamland at the Old State Capitol," featuring jugglers, ball walkers, aerial artists, and more.