Museum of the New Llano Colony

The Museum of the New Llano Colony, a collaborative effort between the Vernon Parish Tourism Commission and the Town of New Llano, is dedicated to preserving the history and legacy of the Llano del Rio Co-operative Colony, founded by labor lawyer and Socialist politician Job Harriman. The museum seeks to illuminate the untold stories of the colonists and their quest to demonstrate a co-operative lifestyle as a viable alternative to early twentieth-century capitalism.

In addition to its historical exhibits, the museum occasionally offers programs that link to national and international topics of interest while enhancing the understanding of life during the time of the colony. The museum is located in a building originally constructed as a community school, reflecting the rich history of the area's social and educational development.

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