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Work begins on US$12m Natchitoches visitor attraction
Work has begun on the US$12m (£7.36m) Louisiana State Sports Hall of Fame and Regional History Museum in Natchitoches, US.
The Sports Hall of Fame will feature a collection of memorabilia donated by 250 Louisiana sports figures, while the history museum will operate as part of the Louisiana State Museum system and will focus on the contributions of the diverse cultures that have shaped the state.
The 28,000sq ft building was designed by Trahan Architects, and will also serve as a space for community gatherings and events.
Sam Rykels, the assistant secretary of the Louisiana State Museum system, said: "There has been a long movement to create a permanent home for both the Sports Hall of Fame and Regional History Museum and we are striving to make that home a signature building - a true destination within the city of Natchitoches.
The project is scheduled to be completed by March 2011.