The third largest city in the state of Louisiana, Shreveport was founded in 1836 by the Shreve Town Company and was a Confederate stronghold and headquarters for the Confederate army during the Civil War. Visitors can visit the Pioneer Heritage Center for a peek at what life was like during the 1830s through the 1860, or expand their knowledge of science through several entertaining, hands-on exhibits at the Sci-Port Discovery Center. Probably one of the biggest draws is the casinos that offer wonderful guest accommodations along with a chance to give lady luck a try. And nature lovers can check out the largest rose garden in the country or a unique combination of botany and art at the Barnwell Memorial Art and Garden Center.
