re: What are some of the coolest abandoned places to explore in Louisiana?

The old brewery and ice house at the intersection of 49 and I 20 in Shreveport. Vagrants are likely to be inside, so dog and/or weaponry is probably advised. It was also very dank and mildewy last time I was there, as the basement is flooded. A mask of some kind is a must. The old Beaird Industries plant in Shreveport was kind of cool at one time, but not much is out there now and the place is guarded.