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1. Northeast Louisiana African Heritage Museum ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Category: Museums & Culture for Couples
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2. Biedenharn Museum and Gardens ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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3. Black Bayou Lake National Wildlife Refuge

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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4. Chennault Aviation and Military Museum

Category: Museums & Culture for Couples
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5. Cooley House

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6. Louisiana Purchase Gardens and Zoo

Category: Kids & Family Fun
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7. Masur Museum of Art

Category: Museums & Culture for Couples
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8. Northeast Louisiana Children's Museum

Category: Kids & Family Fun
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9. Warehouse No 1 Restaurant

Category: Nearby Food & Drink
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10. Bayou Bowling

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Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:

  • 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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