Community

Downtown Partners Donate $51,000 to Anglin/Myers Public Safety Initiative

A coalition of downtown organizations, city leadership, and community partners announced a $51,000 investment to expand public safety technology in Downtown Shreveport through the Anglin/Myers Public Safety program. The Downtown Development Authority (DDA), Downtown Shreveport Development Corporation (DSDC), and Shreveport Common jointly committed the funding to support continued deployment of Real Time Crime Cameras (RTCCs) […]

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Do You Know Your Downtown?

Do You Know Your Downtown: When was the first Mudbug Madness Festivals held in downtown Shreveport? The then two-day festival was held in 1984. It has since become one of the largest and most popular Cajun festival in the country.   Do You Know Your Downtown: Who is this and what did he build in […]

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Creative Minds Studio

Creative Minds Studio Spark your child’s imagination with Creative Minds Studio, a hands-on art camp for ages 6–14 where kids experiment with sculpture, illustration, printmaking, mixed media, and more alongside talented local artists! When: Monday – Friday, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM Where: Artspace Shreveport Class Size: 15 students max Cost: $200 for a full […]

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Shreveport Symphony Orchestra Announces Todd Simmons as Chief Executive Officer 

Shreveport, LA — The Shreveport Symphony Orchestra (SSO) announces Todd Simmons as its new Chief Executive Officer. Simmons will lead efforts to deepen community engagement, expand partnerships, and further establish the Symphony as a cultural and economic force in the region. With more than three decades of demonstrated artistic leadership, executive management, and audience connection, Simmons brings a rare blend of musical expertise and […]

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Lunch & Discover

Downtown Partners, We’re inviting you to be part of something fresh, energetic, and built to drive traffic your way, our new Lunch & Discover series. As a participating restaurant or business, you’ll receive: Inclusion in a coordinated, high-visibility downtown activation Direct customer incentives through coupons and giveaways A professionally produced promotional video feature highlighting your […]

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Show Me Your Badge” Program to Welcome Conference Visitors and Boost Local Business

Shreveport, LA — The Shreveport Downtown Development Authority (DDA) and Visit Shreveport-Bossier are launching a new initiative designed to connect conference attendees, event participants, and visiting professionals with downtown Shreveport businesses and all they need is their event badge.  The Show Me Your Badge program encourages attendees to explore the downtown district while supporting local […]

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CINENOIR RETURNS FOR YEAR THREE TO CELEBRATE BLACK VOICES IN FILM

CINENOIR RETURNS FOR YEAR THREE TO CELEBRATE BLACK VOICES IN FILM (Shreveport, LA) – An annual celebration of Black Cinema returns to Downtown Shreveport to close out Black History Month.  Robinson Film Center, in partnership with Mahogani Media, are proud to present the third annual CineNoir: Black Voices in Film — a dynamic celebration of Black Filmmakers and […]

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Continued Growth in Downtown Shreveport: Petroleum Tower and Bayou Grande Projects

Downtown Shreveport is seeing continued investment with two major residential projects moving forward, highlighting downtown Shreveport’s ongoing revitalization. Redevelopment Update: Petroleum Tower The Petroleum Tower project reached a key financing milestone this week, bringing the long-anticipated redevelopment one step closer to construction. The Northwest Louisiana Finance Authority (NWLFA) granted preliminary approval for a financing structure […]

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