Louisiana Children’s Museum celebrates 40 years with “Party Like It’s 1986” Birthday Bash

Written By Alicia Vial

Louisiana Children’s Museum celebrates 40 years with “Party Like It’s 1986” Birthday Bash

NEW ORLEANS – Celebrate the Louisiana Children’s Museum (LCM) turning 40 at an epic, 80s-inspired birthday bash honoring the Museum’s past while creating unforgettable memories for the future. This event, sponsored by the New Orleans Saints and Pelicans, will take place at LCM Sept. 5, from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission is free.

“For 40 years, the Louisiana Children’s Museum has been the heartbeat of learning through play in our community, helping turn children’s natural curiosity into lifelong confidence and realized potential,” said Tifferney White, LCM CEO. “As we celebrate our 40th anniversary, we are thrilled to invite families to a free community birthday party at our beautiful City Park campus—made possible through the generosity of the New Orleans Saints and Pelicans. LCM is a place where every child has room to grow, connect, and thrive, and we can’t wait to commemorate four decades of learning together and the fun and impact that are yet to come.”

The Birthday Bash event will offer experiences for both families and teens. See the event scheduled below.

All-Ages Family Birthday Bash | 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.

  • Retro activities

  • Cake and punch

  • A sing-along with Mr. Chris of Blue House Music

  • 80s tunes from Where Y’acht

Teen Scene Celebration | 3 p.m. to 5 p.m.

  • Live DJ and dance floor

  • 80s lawn games

  • DIY name-bead keychains

  • Photo opportunities

  • Party treats

Admission to the Birthday Bash is free. Families are encouraged to reserve tickets in advance. For more information and to reserve tickets, click here.

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About Louisiana Children’s Museum  

Louisiana Children’s Museum has long been known for its work in the community through innovative outreach and nationally recognized programs that support children and advance the museum’s mission to contribute to the region's future prosperity by engaging children's potential and making that potential visible. Through play, shared explorations, and in dialogue with adults, LCM connects children, their caregivers, their environments, and the community. Keep up with Louisiana Children’s Museum and future announcements at lcm.org and on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn.

Alicia Vial

Alicia Vial is a New Orleans native with more than a decade of experience elevating client stories and leading crisis response. As the senior director of strategy, Alicia acts as a leader within the Gambel Communications team ensuring each agency team member is positioned to deliver strategic public relations services that meet the highest standards of the industry. In addition to supporting the agency’s long-term business growth and development, she coordinates day-to-day account services and oversees strategic direction while staying abreast of best practices and industry trends to provide innovative solutions to meet client’s needs.

Before joining Gambel Communications, Alicia served as the communications director for the Louisiana SPCA, the oldest and largest animal welfare organization in Louisiana that impacts more than 74,000 animals per year. During her nearly eight-year tenure, Alicia oversaw numerous crises, served on national communication taskforces, oversaw all aspects of internal and external relations and worked alongside the development department to raise critical funding. Prior to that, she worked in the fast-paced New Orleans hospitality industry focusing on digital public relations for multiple hotels.

Alicia is a member of the Public Relations Association of Louisiana (PRAL), Southern Public Relations Federation (SPRF), a board member of the Public Relations Society of America (PRSA) New Orleans Chapter and a member of the New Orleans Regional Leadership Institute. An accredited public relations practitioner (APR), Alicia is also certified in crisis communications, organizational leadership, content marketing and social media.

A well respected and trusted public relations practitioner, Alicia has been recognized by SPRF as a ‘Senior Practitioner of the Year’. Dubbed early on in her career as one to watch, she also received the ‘Rising Star’ award by PRAL and was profiled in St. Charles Avenue Magazine as part of their Young Bloods series. Most recently, she was recognized at PRSA’s annual Fleurish Awards and received four Awards of Excellence for her work along with the ‘Plate Spinner’ award for her efforts on the board of directors for the chapter.

An LSU graduate, Alicia received a bachelor's degree in mass communications with a concentration in public relations and minors in business administration and leadership development. She is a frequent speaker and presenter on public relations topics, most recently presenting at the Jefferson Economic Development Commission and SPRF annual conference.

When Alicia is not at work, you can find her at the ballpark with her three boys or cheering on the Tigers in Death Valley.

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