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June Historical Happy Hour at the West Baton Rouge Museum Celebrates Juneteenth with a Performance

by Total Control; and a Reception Honoring A. Ralph Slaughter, I

Port Allen– Please join the West Baton Rouge Museum on Friday, June 19, 2026 from 6-8 PM for Historical Happy Hour. This month’s Happy Hour celebrates Juneteenth and will feature live music by the highly sought-after band, Total Control, and a reception honoring the legacy of A. Ralph Slaughter, I.

All are welcome to join museum staff, the family of A. Ralph Slaughter, I, and other dignitaries for a reception that will be held as part of this special edition of our monthly Historical Happy Hour series. A. Ralph Slaughter, I was transformative leader whose work helped shape education and economic empowerment in West Baton Rouge Parish. He served as Superintendent of Colored Schools, where he played a critical role in advancing educational opportunities for Black students during segregation. Beyond education, he was a visionary community builder-helping to establish one of the first credit unions in the state of Louisiana, expanding access to financial resources and economic mobility for African American residents. A committed Civil Rights pioneer and advocate for education, his legacy reflects a lifelong dedication to uplifting his community through knowledge, access, and institutional progress.

Total Control is a six-piece cover band based in New Roads, Louisiana known for performing old school R&B, Funk, Zydeco, Southern Soul & more. The band has been entertaining audiences for 20+ years with its unique musicianship from Louisiana to Alabama.

This FREE event is open to the public, and all are encouraged to attend as the community comes together to commemorate freedom, celebrate legacy, and build toward a more unified future. Dressy casual attire is requested.