Preserving the soul of Louisiana in our nation's capital

Welcome to the official website of the Louisiana State Society! We are a social and philanthropic organization of native and adopted Louisianians living in our nation's capital. Membership is open to any Louisiana native or aficionado with an interest in good times, great people, and the unique culture and way of life we miss.

We are a philanthropic, nonpartisan social organization of native and adopted Louisianians who are living and working in our nation's capital. The Louisiana State Society (LSS) regularly hosts social events around the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area with a Louisiana kick.

Founded in 1856, LSS is one of the oldest state societies in our nation's capital with hundreds of active members.

Membership is open to any Louisiana native or aficionado with an interest in good times, great people, and the unique culture and way of life we miss.