History
The Zigler Art Museum Foundation was created in 1963 by Mrs. Ruth B. Zigler, widow of industrialist and philanthropist Fred B. Zigler. She wanted to build a cultural center for southwest Louisiana and donated the estate which had been the Zigler family home since 1908. In 1969 the Greek Revival mansion was renovated and enlarged by the addition of two major wings before opening as the museum in 1970.
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