Every Man a King, but No One Wears a Crown

This was the iconic slogan used by Huey Long in his first successful bid to become Louisiana's Governor. But, if you thought he was the only colorful character in Louisiana's history, you would be quite mistaken. Nestled in the heart of the small town of Winnfield, LA ( home to three governors) is the Louisiana Political Museum and Hall of Fame.

Although it was hard to distinguish which politicians were in the actual Hall of Fame, rows of glass cabinets lined the walls, with each space profiling a notable Louisiana politico, such as the aforementioned Huey Long and his brother Earl, the Landrieu's (Both father and daughter), James Carville, Charlie Cook and Harry Connick (the senior, not the junior).

Some of the more memorable artifacts included:

• Rattlesnake boots and belts, worn by a State Senator
• Huey Long's golf clubs and dining room table
• The eye patch from a six-gun slinging, horse riding sheriff
• Earl Long's speaker-wagon (Pretty sure the inspiration of Blues-mobile)
• James Carville's business card reading "Pamphleteer and Raconteur"

This museum also is in the running for most well-worded placard:

Earl Long: ...but the campaign took a toll, as he began drinking heavily and dating strippers..

After a quick photo-op, we were off on the road again, with Ben navigating the way.