On April 30, , Louisiana became the 18th state in the Union. From the moment Louisiana became the 18th state on April 30, , the Bayou State has always done things its own way. The tension lessened after an outmanned, ragtag group of U. In the past years, Louisiana has survived massive floods, devastating hurricanes and the Civil War. On April 30, visitors will be able to see exhibitions that include some portion of the Louisiana Purchase at the following sites:.
Three documents relating to the financial aspects of the Purchase are currently on loan to the Historic New Orleans Collection. The documents include Thomas Jefferson's warrant to the Secretary of Treasury to issue stock certificates. The exhibition, "Fusion of Nations," is open through May 20, Information about this exhibition is available at www. The National Archives and Records Administration ensures, for the citizen and the public servant, for the President and the Congress and the Courts, ready access to essential evidence that documents the rights of American citizens, the actions of Federal officials, and the national experience from the nation's beginnings in Edit Close.
Toggle navigation. Top stories in New Orleans in your inbox Twice daily we'll send you the day's biggest headlines. Sign up today. Purchases made via links on our site may earn us an affiliate commission. The stamps were on sale Monday at the Louisiana Capitol and will be available at post offices around the country.
As the joint session neared its end, the actress who played Elly May Clampett on the "The Beverly Hillbillies," Louisiana native Donna Douglas recounted a variation on her famous line from the show, telling the crowd, "Y'all be sure to come back now, ya hear?
A few minutes later, lawmakers, lobbyists and visitors cut into a massive birthday cake, intricately decorated with edible crawfish, Mardi Gras beads, music notes, a brown pelican and a recreation of the state capitol sitting on top of the outline of the state — minus the candles. Babies born on Monday at Louisiana hospitals were given a bicentennial medal and certificate recognizing the newborn as a "Bicentennial Baby.
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