Louisiana Public Broadcasting turned 50 on Sept. 6, but the celebration will last all year.

Viewers can expect a statewide slate of special programming and archival content honoring Louisiana’s rich history, vibrant culture and extraordinary people.

Created by the Louisiana Legislature, the commercial-free LPB set out with a clear mission to educate, inform and connect the citizens of Louisiana, both children and adults. What began as a single station has grown into a six-station network serving Baton Rouge, Monroe, Lake Charles, Lafayette, Shreveport and Alexandria, with full statewide reach through LPB’s sister station, WLAE-TV, in New Orleans.

“Fifty years of telling Louisiana’s stories is a milestone we’re proud to celebrate with our viewers who have supported us every step of the w

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