The Louisiana National Guard is constructing a new $37.4 million Readiness Center at 2350 West Congress Street in Lafayette, Louisiana.
Located near the Hilton Garden Inn Lafayette/Cajundome, the Lafayette Readiness Center will serve as a modern, state-of-the-art headquarters for local units of the Louisiana National Guard. The project includes facilities for training, administration, and material storage, supporting both day-to-day operations and statewide emergency deployments (KATC, The Advocate).
According to Holly & Smith Architects, who designed the project, the new center will span 74,316 square feet, offering dedicated areas for administrative functions, training, and equipment storage.
The Advocate reports the facility will feature a large drill hall, modern classrooms with projector capabilities, weapons storage areas, and energy-efficient offices—all tailored to meet the needs of today’s military standards. The space will also accommodate maintenance operations and serve as a coordination hub during state emergencies such as hurricanes.
View behind Hilton Garden Inn…