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Northeast Louisiana African Heritage Museum
Biedenharn Museum and Gardens
Black Bayou Lake National Wildlife Refuge
Chennault Aviation and Military Museum
Cooley House
Louisiana Purchase Gardens and Zoo
Masur Museum of Art
Northeast Louisiana Children's Museum
Warehouse No 1 Restaurant
Bayou Bowling
- Q: What are some things to do in Monroe, Louisiana?
- A: Monroe, Louisiana is a fun city to visit, with many great old mansions that have been converted into museums.
- Q: What is the Biedenharn Museum and Gardens?
- A: One of them, the Biedenharn Museum and Gardens, belonged to Mr. Biedenharn, the first person to bottle Coca-Cola, and has a small exhibition about the popular drink.
- Q: What can you see at the Louisiana Purchase Gardens and Zoo?
- A: The Louisiana Purchase Gardens and Zoo has almost 500 wild animals and a small petting zoo.
- Q: What is the Chennault Aviation and Military Museum?
- A: Restored aircraft from WWII to today are on display at the Chennault Aviation and Military Museum.
- Q: What is the Black Bayou Lake National Wildlife Refuge?
- A: The Black Bayou Lake National Wildlife Refuge protects endangered plants and animals and is a great spot for hiking and nature watching.
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