The Schepis Building was also, in one of its incarnations, a home for the arts. Longtime residents of Columbia recall Rosa, a grand opera singer, opening all the windows and doors upstairs, where the Schepis family lived, while she played piano and sang. Visitors to downtown can still hear recordings of her piano playing most weekday afternoons. With this heritage in mind, the Schepis proudly supports northeast Louisiana’s regional artists. The museum hosts free artistic and historical exhibits about every two months, along with events like art workshops, theatrical productions, musical events, and other cultural offerings. Make the Schepis Museum—and Columbia—part of your next trip. Before your visit, we encourage you to visit us online at www.schepismuseum.com or on our social media for the latest in showcases and more.