The Louisiana Art & Science Museum (LASM) was awarded a $340,088 Project Grant from the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) under the Museums for America (MFA) federal grant program. For three years beginning September 2021, LASM will implement its "Healthy Aging with LASM" program in partnership with organizations serving senior citizens in 11 parishes near Baton Rouge, Louisiana. The program is designed to combat isolation and promote healthy aging among seniors through virtual and in-person art and science programming, including virtual field trips, distribution of arts and science virtual reality headsets, and hands-on arts workshops. The goal is to foster meaningful connections and support for seniors who faced increased health risks and isolation during the COVID-19 pandemic, in line with MFA's focus on strengthening museums' ability to serve the public.
Mod # | Description | Reason For Modification | Federal Obligation (Click to sort descending) | Date (Click to sort ascending) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Not listed | $168.8k | 7/16/21 |