Welcome to the Garden District

The Garden District is a jewel nested in the heart of Baton Rouge, located two miles from the State Capital. Proudly voted a “Great American Neighborhood” by the American Planning Association, the Garden District is an ideal community for young professionals, families and empty nesters.

Live Oak Love Collective

Care Campaign for our live oak trees in the median on the boulevards of Park Blvd, Cherokee St, Kleinert Ave and Terrace St. Kicks off THIS Monday, January 18, 2021.

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Voted "Great American Neighborhood" Award

The Garden District is the only neighborhood in Baton Rouge awarded Great Neighborhood status by the American Planning Association. APA Great Places represents places where people want to live and work everyday and highlights neighborhoods that are enjoyable, safe and desirable.

The Three Districts

The Garden District encompasses a large area near historic downtown Baton Rouge. With Government St. bordering to the north and City Park and Broussard St. bordering to the south, the location is more than ideal. To the west, The Garden District is bound by 18th St. while the east is bound by St. Rose Ave. and Eugene St.

Our Unique Homes

A remarkable 88 percent of Garden District houses built before 1930 are still standing. The Garden District is unique and memorable with elements that combine to produce a community that rises far above the ordinary.

Upcoming Events

Fall Picnic 2023

October 8, 2023

Celebrate the beautiful weather and our amazing neighborhood at the Garden District Fall Picnic. Join us Sunday, October 8, 2023, from 4:00 to 8:00 PM under the oaks at 2220 Oleander View Details

Champagne Stroll 2023

October 22, 2023

The Annual GDCA Champagne Stroll takes place on Sunday, October 22nd from 4:00 to 9:00pm. It’s a wonderful way to meet neighbors and showcase our fabulous neighborhood. Price is $40 View Details

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Latest News

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Need a Free Tree??

SIGN UP HERE The Garden District Civic Association received a grant from the MidCity Redevelopment Authority for a neighborhood project. Since we’ve lost some trees in recent years to wind,

Spotlight: Our Garden District Neighbors

The Advocate recently published an article on our famous gardener and environmentalist, Ginger Ford. She is doing her part to create habitat for pollinators and has planted 29 gardens, most

Summer/August Crime Update

Here’s the most recent update from our police officer that monitors the neighborhood, Corporal Seth Gauthier: In July, there were 8 major incidents. There were 3 vehicle thefts on 7/11,

2023 GDCA Annual Meeting Recap

On Sunday, February 25, The Garden District Civic Association (GDCA) held its annual meeting at Leola’s, with nearly 40 in attendance. Speakers, including GDCA President Justin Kozak, Councilwoman Carolyn Coleman,

Stop the Garden District Flooding Update

What we learned at City Hall? Members of GDCA Drainage Committee and Garden District residents met with Fred Raiford, EBR Director of the Department of Transportation and Drainage, and the

WINNERS of Holiday Lighting Contest

UPDATE: This year, you may have seen your GDCA board members out judging Christmas lights on a Baton Rouge Pedal Pub. This was the first time we held the judging

Our History

The Garden District Civic Association was established in 1976 by a group of residents who had a great love for the beauty and history of the Garden District and wished to preserve it. The GDCA joins the community together through community activities, enhances the community through community projects and keeps the community informed through a neighborhood newsletter.

Our Unique Attributes

Desirable destinations nearby include BREC Park, Cane’s Dog Park, Louisiana State University, lakes with sidewalk routes, an art museum, a golf course and tennis courts.

Tradition of activism and community engagement

Within walking distance of five top schools in BR

Well-preserved residential architecture

Magnificent collection of Live Oak trees

Shared bicycle lanes connecting the Garden District to Louisiana State University

Community library boxes providing free books for trade

Our Location

Located just blocks from City Park, Downtown Baton Rouge and Louisiana State University

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Our Corporate Sponsors

Thank you to our Garden District Civic Association Corporate Sponsors. Please support these business and organizations as they support you and our neighborhood! If you would like to sign your business up to become a corporate sponsor, please click here.