New BRC-Designed Exhibit at Louisiana’s Old State Capitol Recognized For Excellence

Burbank, CA —December 2010 – BRC Imagination Arts, an international leader in the design and production of cultural attractions, announced that its reinvention of the political history exhibit at Louisiana's Old State Capitol have been honored with a 2010 Award of Excellence from the Southeastern Museums Conference (SEMC). "The Legacy of Huey Long" and "Governors' Portrait Gallery" are a part of the exhibit that has been recognized for outstanding achievement.

In July 2010, the Old State Capitol unveiled a new visitor experience with a number of dynamic galleries and revived public spaces, as well as a magical, full-immersion theater presentation designed, created and produced by BRC. BRC specializes in working with museums and cultural institutions to transform educational content into engaging and meaningful visitor experiences.

"The rich political history and tradition in Louisiana is immensely fascinating. The drama, turmoil, resilience and triumphs of its larger-than-life political figures present a wonderful story-telling device in which visitors can see themselves as part of the story," said Carmel Lewis, Vice President of Cultural Experiences for BRC Imagination Arts.  "BRC has a signature approach to informal learning, a thoughtful blend of scholarship and showmanship, that lends itself well to the goals of the Old State Capitol."

"The Legacy of Huey Long" gallery plunges visitors into the controversial political legacy of the notorious politician.  Visitors experience first hand the power of Long's oratory skills at a lively political rally, and examine real evidence as they investigate the details of his assassination. The stunning second floor level of the capitol rotunda is home to "The Governors' Portrait Gallery."  This gallery features the portrait of every governor of Louisiana, each of their story's activated through interactive kiosks.

"We had a number of goals for updating the visitor experience at the Old State Capitol, and BRC was key in helping us craft and achieve our vision," said Mary Durusau, Director of Louisiana's Old State Capitol.  "We are thrilled to have our new political history exhibit recognized with an Award of Excellence from the SEMC."

BRC Imagination Arts is world renowned for the design, creation, and production of innovative and world-class museums, immersive branded attractions, visitor centers and world expo pavilions. The company's Cultural Experiences portfolio includes a diverse range of organizations including the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum, the Empire State Building, Chicago's Museum of Science and Industry, the Museum of Liverpool, Arizona Science Center, NASA, and the Texas State History Museum, among many others.

Since its founding in 1981, BRC has been honored with over 275 international awards for creative excellence including two Academy Award nominations, and 17 THEA Awards for Outstanding Achievement for their museum exhibits and visitor attractions.  BRC has offices in California, The Netherlands, the United Kingdom and China and is currently engaged in projects in the United States, Asia, Europe, and the Middle East.

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