Ione E. Burden Symposium 2025

Titled "Her Roots, Her Rights: African American History & Heritage in Louisiana," the Ione E. Burden Symposium 2025 celebrates the legacy of African American women in Louisiana history. Panel discussions, lectures, and personal stories will explore the strength and resilience of these women across generations. $45; $30 for Friends of the LSU Rural Life Museum, Docents, and Faculty of Louisiana Universities; $15 for students. 8 am–1:30 pm. bontempstix.com.