The House That Huey Built (1982)
Louisiana: The State We're In
Details
Collection:LPB
Genre: Newsmagazine
Place Covered: Baton Rouge, East Baton Rouge Parish, Louisiana
Copyright Holder: Louisiana Educational Television Authority
Date Issued: 1982-04-23
Duration: 00:13:23
Subjects: Louisiana State Capitol (Baton Rouge, La.) | Long, Huey Pierce, 1893-1935 | Historic buildings | Long, Russell B. | Treen, David C., 1928-2009
Contributors:
- George, Beth Host
- Young, David Reporter
- Seiferth, Solis Interviewee
- Monroe, Charles Interviewee
- Long, Russell Speaker
- Treen, Dave Speaker
Description
This segment from the April 23, 1982, episode of “Louisiana: The State We’re In” features a look back at Governor Huey Long’s efforts to build the New State Capitol in Baton Rouge. It also includes highlights from the building’s 50th birthday celebration, which was attended by Huey’s son, U.S. Senator Russell Long, and Governor Dave Treen. Host: Beth George