On Friday, July 20th from dusk till dawn the Mercedez-Benz Superdome in New Orleans will light up red to celebrate Special Olympics 50th Anniversary! Be sure to check it out!
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Category Archives: Louisiana
Hall of Fame Exhibit NOW OPEN!
Join us for the exhibition of “Brave in the Attempt: Special Olympics in Louisiana” at the Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame & Northwest Louisiana History Museum in Natchitoches. This exhibition highlights the history of Special Olympics with a focus on the organization’s efforts in Louisiana. The foundation for Special Olympics Louisiana was built at the 1968 Special Olympics Games, held on Soldier’s Field in Chicago. The exhibit opened May 5, 2018 and will be open throughout the year in honor of Special Olympics Louisiana’s 50th Anniversary.
Address: 800 Front St. Natchitoches, 71457 | 318-357-2492
Hours: Tuesdays – Saturdays | 10 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Hall of Fame Exhibit NOW OPEN!
Join us for the exhibition of “Brave in the Attempt: Special Olympics in Louisiana” at the Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame & Northwest Louisiana History Museum in Natchitoches. This exhibition highlights the history of Special Olympics with a focus on the organization’s efforts in Louisiana. The foundation for Special Olympics Louisiana was built at the 1968 Special Olympics Games, held on Soldier’s Field in Chicago. The exhibit opened May 5, 2018 and will be open throughout the year in honor of Special Olympics Louisiana’s 50th Anniversary.
Address: 800 Front St. Natchitoches, 71457 | 318-357-2492
Hours: Tuesdays – Saturdays | 10 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Hall of Fame Exhibit NOW OPEN!
Join us for the exhibition opening of “Brave in the Attempt: Special Olympics in Louisiana” at the Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame & Northwest Louisiana History Museum in Natchitoches. This exhibition explores the history of Special Olympics with an emphasis on the organization’s efforts in Louisiana. The seeds for Special Olympics Louisiana were planted at the 1968 Special Olympics Games, held on Soldier’s Field in Chicago. The exhibit opens May 5, 2018 and will continue throughout the year in honor of Special Olympics Louisiana’s 50th Anniversary.
Address: 800 Front St. Natchitoches, 71457 | 318-357-2492
Hours: Tuesdays – Saturdays | 10 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
LETR Movement
Did you know that The Law Enforcement Torch Run® for Special Olympics Louisiana, or LETR, unites officers from law enforcement agencies and corrections departments across the state in an effort to raise funds and awareness for Special Olympics Louisiana? Torch Run efforts to raise funds include collecting corporate sponsorships, selling T-shirts, Running, and hosting unique fundraising events.
Get involved by clicking here!
Torch Run
Did you know that year round law enforcement officers raise funds and provide support, friendship, service, and awareness for Special Olympics Louisiana and our athletes? Thank you for your continued support through the Law Enforcement Torch Run Movement!
Are you an officer who would like to get involved? Click here.
Our annual showcase runs will be taking place around the state in May.
Medal Monday
It’s Medal Monday! You know what to do…share with us your Medal Monday pictures in the comments! Make sure you use #medalmonday!
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Athlete Spotlight- May
- NAME: Artis Leary
- HOME TOWN: Shreveport, LA
- SPORTS: Softball, Basketball, Athletics, and Cycling.
- AGE: 20
- YEARS INVOLVED: 5
Q: What is your secret to success?
A: Being myself is my secret to success!Q:What did you do to reach this level in Special Olympics?A: I am always friendly and I am always playing sports.Q: How does it make you feel when people use the R-word?A: It’s terrible. No one should ever feel that way.Q: What is your greatest achievement?A: Graduating from high school is my greatest achievement.
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