Louisiana State Information

Thanks for visiting the Louisiana information page! If you're looking for information about Louisiana, you've come to the right place. Here you will find information about Louisiana's history, facts, trivia and tips for scenic road trips. If you are considering moving to Louisiana you might be interested in our tips to help you get started, including a moving checklist and information about Louisiana home and auto insurance.

Little Bit of History

The state of Louisiana encompasses 51,885 square miles and is ranked 31st in the nation's total area. It was the 18th state to enter the union on April, 30, 1812. Louisiana was named to honor France's King, Louis XIV.

Essentials

Motto -

Union, justice, and confidence

Capital - 

Baton Rouge

Time Zone - 

Central

Demonym - 

Louisianan

Quarter

Introduced - 2004

Song

Give Me Louisiana

Give me Louisiana, The state where I was born

The state of snowy cotton, The best I've ever known;

Did You Know?

• The town of Jean Lafitte was once a hideaway for pirates.
• Bayou is a French name for slow-moving river.
• Money Magazine has rated Terrebonne Parish, in the heart of Cajun Country the best place to live in Louisiana for 3 years in a row.
• Louisiana is the only state that still refers to the Napoleonic Code in its state law.

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If you are considering moving to the great state of Louisiana, here are a few tips to help you get started.

Driving in Louisiana
Be prepared with need-to-know basics such as obtaining your driver's license, vehicle registration, and requirements for ID cards by visiting the Louisiana Office of Motor Vehicles online.

Moving Checklist and Home Inventory Record
With so many things to remember when moving such as calling your utility company or filling storage boxes, it's easy to get off track. Stay organized with these useful tools from Allstate:

• Use the Allstate Moving Checklist (PDF format) to help you stay organized.
• Know Your Stuff, our online home inventory tool, can assist you in taking a full inventory of your belongings. You may also download the Allstate Household Inventory Record to document your belongings.

Remember to research your moving company's references, complaint history and check out their registration number. You can find this information at Relocation.com.

Need an Insurance Policy in Louisiana?
Get a car insurance quote today (it's easy) and see if you can save money by switching to Allstate. You can also call 1-866-621-6900 or talk to your local Allstate agent for a quote.

Scenic Drives

Some suggested scenic road trips.

Preview upcoming events, historic sites and museums. Find transportation information along with state maps at the Louisiana State Tourism site.

For more information specific to Louisiana visit:

• Louisiana State Catastrophe Information
• Louisiana Auto Insurance Coverages

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