BRAC Talent Brochure - Baton Rouge Area Chamber

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AREA
BATON
ROUGE
L O U I S I A N A
brac.org
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WELCOME
An area well-known for its unique blend of distinctive cultures, its
unforgettable cuisine, and its endless recreational opportunities,
the Capital Region is home to a diverse economy which includes
manufacturing, software development, arts, and more.
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he nine-parish Baton Rouge Area is
the Creative Capital of the South. We are a community that
celebrates innovation, research and development,
entrepreneurship, arts, and culture.
The Capital Region can easily be defined by its unique areas,
from its urban and more modernized downtown area with
museums, restaurants, history, culture, and amazing views
of the mighty Mississippi River, to its more casual and
laid-back, in-town area with several interesting historical
areas interspersed throughout, to the more suburban areas
which are thriving as the city continues to grow.
Watch our Welcome to the Baton Rouge Area
video online, developed by BRAC and BASF:
brac.org/welcome
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HOUSING
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hen it comes to housing, the
Baton Rouge Area has an array of options suitable
for all lifestyles. The downtown area offers renovated
historic lofts and modern construction, allowing its
tenants to live, work, and play in the same area.
In-town options are a mix of modern, close-knit
communities and centrally-located, historical
neighborhoods, where residents enjoy top-rated
schools, shopping centers, and scores of restaurants.
The area’s recent growth has led to a suburban
expansion with a host of new construction options,
all of which are near highly-regarded public
Housing costs
school systems.
10.5%
Several of our area’s neighborhood communities have been
recognized nationally as great places to live. Recently the Garden
District in Baton Rouge was named as one of the ten “Great
Places in America” by the American Planning Association (APA).
St. Francisville earned a place on This Old House magazine’s 2012
list of the “Best Old House Neighborhoods.” In addition, Zachary
was selected as one of the “Ten Best Towns & Cities for Families”
by Family Circle magazine.
lower than the
national average
Urban
• Third Street District
• Perkins Rowe
• Perkins Overpass District
• Audubon Park
Historic
• Garden District
• Spanish Town
• Mid-City
• Old Goodwood
Suburban
• Zachary
• Oak Hills
• Pelican Point
• Central
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EDUC ATION
55,000
students are enrolled
in post-secondary schools
in the Baton Rouge Area
The region boasts five of the top ten public school systems
in the state, and thirteen of our public and private schools
have been honored as Blue Ribbon Schools of Excellence.
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he Capital Region has excellent education
options for all levels. In the K-12 sector, there are many
competitive public school options including the number one
school district in the state, as well as private school options and
several notable charter schools. In addition, with over 55,000
students enrolled in post-secondary schools, the Baton Rouge
Area offers a substantial variety of options in higher education.
Baton Rouge is home to LSU, the flagship university of the
state, with ground-breaking research, dedicated professors,
and well-known, prestigious alumni. The region is also home
to Southern University, numerous reputable specialty schools,
and an impressive community college system that is booming.
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FOOD
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ne of the best reasons to move to
the Capital Region is its cuisine. In South Louisiana,
we take our cooking seriously. Our love for food,
flavor, and cultural traditions, combined with access
to a variety of fresh seafood year-round, makes for a
unique culinary fare unlike any other. With over
900 restaurants in the area, there is something for
every palate. From our authentic Cajun and Creole
restaurants featuring delicious cuisine and Cajun
dancing, to our farm-to-table restaurants utilizing local
crops, to our fine-dining experiences, to our local dives
known for both their food and lively atmosphere, there
are always many options to choose from.
Baton Rouge eateries Tsunami and Restaurant IPO were among
the “Top 100 Hot Spot Restaurants” in the country according
to OpenTable, and Parrain’s Seafood was named as one of the
“Country’s Top 100 Kid-Friendly Restaurants” by Urbanspoon.
Types of Cuisine
• American
• Barbecue
• Brazilian
• Burgers
• Cajun
• Chinese
• Creole
• Farm-to-Table
• Greek
• Italian
• Latin American
• Mediterranean
• Mexican
• Organic
• Steak
• Sushi
• Tapas
• Thai
• Wine Bar
‘Louisiana’s Next Great Food Town.’
Garden & Gun magazine, April/May 2013
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OUTDOOR LIVING
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asy access to a vast array of outdoor
activities is one of the best things about living in the
Baton Rouge Area. From our award-winning and nationally
accredited park system to our numerous recreation centers
and local running clubs, the Baton Rouge Area supports those
20
public & private
golf courses
with an active lifestyle. The region is also very popular with
outdoorsmen who enjoy hunting and fishing all year. With its
elaborate network of bayous and rivers and close proximity to
the Gulf of Mexico, Louisiana is stocked with a vast array of
fishing and wildlife adventures, earning the nickname
Sportsman’s Paradise.
Activities
• Golf
• Tennis
• Biking/Mountain Biking
• Running Clubs
• Fishing/Crabbing
• Hunting
• Water Parks
• Hiking
• Nature Photography
• Skateboarding
• Skiing & Wakeboarding
• Scuba Diving
• Canoeing
• Beach Volleyball
TOP10
Cities in the nation for
Recreational Activities
Source: nerdwallet
184
5,699
parks and recreation
centers on
total acres of land
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SPECTATOR SPORTS
ESPN
No. 1
Tailgate Spot
in the U.S.
South Louisiana has hosted ten Super Bowls,
four NCAA Final Four tournaments, and hosts
a PGA tournament every year.
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outh Louisiana and the Baton Rouge Area boast
an abundance of sports entertainment options for everyone. Louisiana State University sporting events break records for attendance
levels on a regular basis. Hundreds of thousands of passionate fans
tailgate at LSU football games week-in and week-out, while LSU
baseball crowds have led the nation in total attendance for eighteen
straight years. For professional sports fans, a short drive south to
New Orleans offers an opportunity to take in a Saints football
game or Pelicans basketball game.
Area Sports
• Baton Rouge Capitals
• Zurich Classic
• New Orleans Zephyrs
• New Orleans Saints
• New Orleans Pelicans
• Mary Bird Perkins
Merrill Lynch Open
• Duel Under the Oaks
Tennis Tournament
• Red Stick Roller Derby
• Special Olympics Games
• LSU Sports
• Southern University Sports
• State Capitol Raceway
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ENTERTAINMENT
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he Capital Region has a vibrant
nightlife with a variety of entertainment options. We
have everything from dance clubs, to pubs that serve up
impressive brew varieties, to wine bars where you can
uncork and unwind with friends. The region also has
several micro-brewers that serve up a variety of popular
craft beers. We have an array of live performances seven
nights a week, from local artists to nationally-known
acts. Several casinos offer a chance to dine, dance, and
roll the dice. Our close proximity to New Orleans gives
you easy access to the abundant and seemingly endless
nightlife of the Big Easy. With such a variety of nightlife
activities, moving to the Baton Rouge Area ensures you’ll
have your share of good times and enjoyable evenings.
Nightlife:
• Magnolia Cafe
• 600 Main
• Click’s Billiards
• Funny Bone Comedy Club
• Chelsea’s Cafe
• The Wine Loft
• The Spanish Moon
• Splash
• Manship Theatre
• Sullivan’s Ringside
• Teddy’s Juke Joint
• Varsity Theatre
• Phil Brady’s Bar and Grill
• Mud & Water
• Radio Bar
• Pelican House
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CULT URE
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nother benefit of moving to the
Baton Rouge Area is our unique multi-cultural
background. When our diversity is infused with
our joie de vivre, or love of life, it creates the perfect
setting for a variety of festivals and cultural and
artistic activities year-round. We have several
performing arts groups based in the region
including the Baton Rouge Ballet Theatre and the
Baton Rouge Symphony Orchestra, as well as a
variety of art experiences that range from the
traditional and refined museum exhibits to the more
lively and interactive live art battles and street murals.
Parades are plentiful year-round, most notably during
Mardi Gras season and on St. Patrick’s Day.
Cultural Activities:
• Baton Rouge Zoo
• Highland Road
Park Observatory
• LSU Indian Mounds
• Art Melt
• Hot Art, Cool Nights
• Red Stick Farmers Market
• Denham Springs
Antiques Market
• Irene W. Pennington
Planetarium
• Spanish Town Mardi Gras
• St. Patrick’s Day Parade
• White Light Night
• Swamp Tours
Festivals:
• Redstick International
Animation Festival
• Bayou Country Superfest
• Earth Day
• Greater Baton Rouge
State Fair
• Z Fest
• FestforAll
• Jambalaya Festival
• Laurel Street Lallapalooza
• Live After Five Concerts
• International Heritage
Celebration
• Louisiana Book Festival
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HE A LT H C A RE
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n the Baton Rouge Area, our health care
infrastructure is substantial and comprehensive.
We have six urgent care facilities and eight general
hospitals, one of which was voted Best Regional
Hospital by U.S. News and World Report. Woman’s
Hospital, a specialty care hospital for women, is the
largest birthing and neonatal intensive care facility
in the state. We have several facilities dedicated to
treating and curing cancer, including one of only six
St. Jude affiliate programs in the country. In addition,
the region’s largest team of experts solely focused on
neuromedical care practices at The NeuroMedical
Center. The Baton Rouge Area is also home to
Pennington Biomedical Research Center which
is world renowned for nutritional research and
preventive medicine. Living in the Baton Rouge Area
means having access to a thriving and growing
network of exceptional health care options.
Health Care Institutions
• Eight General Hospitals (2,300 beds)
• The NeuroMedical Center
• Women’s Specialty Hospital
• Six urgent care facilities
• Pennington Cancer Center
• Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center
• The Baton Rouge campus of
Tulane School of Medicine
National Recognition
• OLOL Medical Center: Best regional hospital by the U.S. News and World Report, 2012
•The NeuroMedical Center: Recipient of the COLA
Laboratory Excellence Award, 2009
•The St. Jude Cancer Clinic at OLOL: One of only six St. Jude affiliate programs in the country
•Baton Rouge General named as one of the
nation’s “Top Performers on Quality” by
Joint Commission
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L I V E . W O R K . P L AY.
The Capital Region is growing and expanding into
a contemporary urban city while staying true to
its authentic cultural roots and its unique heritage.
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n the Baton Rouge Area, we’ve got the cuisine
your taste buds will respect, the home your family dreams of,
the adventures you crave, the care you deserve, the education
you expect, the ultimate sports experience you’ve only heard of,
the opportunities you need to get involved, the perfect ending to
your days, the influential culture that will impress you, and the
celebrations that will inspire you.
We look forward to seeing you soon!
For further information, visit:
•www.brac.org
•www.visitbatonrouge.com
564 Laurel Street | Baton Rouge, LA 70801 | (225) 381-7125
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