Becoming a Member

Established in 1957, the City Club of Baton Rouge has been downtown Baton Rouge’s premier private member club with a rich history. Offers unparalleled private dining, social events, entertainment and meeting venues, and business networking among a culturally diverse membership.   Belonging to the City Club of Baton Rouge means being a part of an elite group of leaders who are shaping the business, philanthropic and civil landscape of our City, State and Region. With members who represent all business sectors, generations and fields of expertise, yet are united by a common commitment to our City and region and a lifelong pursuit of personal and professional excellence.

The City Club is a Private Member Club, is owned by its members, governed by an elected Board of Governors, and managed by a professional staff who are charged with ensuring that the facility is operated in a manner that is consistent with the expectations of its membership. Our ongoing commitment is to enrich the professional and social lives of the GBR community, CCBR continues its mission and vision to provide our members, their families and guests with a private club experience that preserves our rich traditions while fostering camaraderie and lasting friendships in an welcoming environment in which our Members and their families can grow and flourish personally, professionally, and socially.

As a Club with various age groups sharing a wide variety of interests, professions and lifestyles, our goal is to enhance and nurture the social and professional well-being of our members. Through various enrichment’s and Club events, our close-knit community enjoys the following benefits:

■ Host memorable Business Meetings/Receptions/Cocktail Parties a Night with Friends, or Any Other Special Occasion.

■ NO ROOM RENTAL FEES, NO PLANNER FEES, NO SET-UP FEES (Includes linens, tables, silverware, servers, bartenders, printed menus, and more) FOR MEMBERS. The flexibility of our facility allows us to accommodate everything from small events for just a handful of people on up to large occasions.

■ Professional Networking

■ NO FOOD & BEVERAGE MINIMUMS.

■ Fantastic Culinary Experience. Extensive Wine List

■ Private Family Dining

■ Face/Name Recognition with Staff

■ Superb Location in Downtown Baton Rouge

■ Valet Parking available

■ Reciprocal Club Privileges - Members enjoy access and special reciprocal privileges at some of the finest clubs across the United States and the globe with athletic and/or sports facilities, overnight accommodations,  and, for that vacation or business trip, prestigious venues suitable for conferences or entertainment in most key cities. Each club has its own personality, with unique golf courses, regionally inspired dining, stunning accommodations, and much more. So, wherever you travel, chances are you’ll have a club right nearby that would be happy to welcome you. See the list of our reciprocal clubs.

Additionally, our members enjoy a year-round calendar of events offering something for everyone. Memories and friendships are made to last a lifetime, whether through celebrating traditional holidays at the club, enjoying signature CCBR events, or simply joining together for casual gatherings. City Club boasts 14 meeting rooms, a second-floor private ballroom and veranda accommodating up to 250+ people. Our third floor has private dining, bar and board room. Thank you in advance for considering joining the Premier Business and Social Club of Louisiana.

Interesting in learning more? Call our Membership Director to schedule a personal tour.

Except in the case of an applicant for Young Professional membership, prospective members must be sponsored by TWO Stockholder Members in good standing (two signatures are required) and complete a Proposal for Membership form. Only one (1) of the two (2) sponsors may be (i) a current member of the Board of Governors; (ii) a relative, whether by blood or marriage, of the applicant; or (iii) a business or professional associate of the applicant. The sponsors shall also provide individual, signed written statements or a joint written statement signed by each sponsor, that (1) describes the nature of his or her relationship with the candidate, (2) includes an attestation that the character and integrity of the candidate matches that expected of a City Club member, and has a reputation of financial responsibility. Letters of recommendation further expounding upon the candidates’ qualifications or bringing other matters as are appropriate to bring to the attention of the Board of Governors are encouraged.

In the case of an applicant for Young Professional membership, either (a) two (2) Stockholder Members in good standing or (b) one (1) Stockholder Member and one (1) Young Professional Member, both in good standing, are required for sponsorship. In all other respects, the requirements for membership shall be the same as set forth in the preceding paragraph.

All memberships will require an Initiation Fee incurred upon acceptance of the membership by the BOG, no portion of such fees is refundable or transferable. Initiation fees are not prorated. Plus, a required monthly Capital Preservation fee: $ 40.00.

Stockholder Members shall be persons thirty-five (35) years of age or older who reside or have their principal place of business within the parishes of East Baton Rouge, West Baton Rouge, Ascension, Livingston, Iberville, East Feliciana, West Feliciana, Pointe Coupee, and St. Helena (collectively “the Greater Baton Rouge Area”).

Resident Members must purchase one share Capital Stock for $500.00 ($200 due upon first statement, $100 due over following 3 months of membership)

Non-Resident Members shall be persons twenty-one (21) years of age or older who neither reside nor have their principal place of business within the Greater Baton Rouge Area. A Non-Resident Member and his or her spouse and immediate family shall enjoy the same privileges of the Club as those enjoyed by Stockholder Members, except they may not vote or hold office.

Young Professional Members shall be persons between the ages of twenty-one (21) and thirty-four (34) years residing or having their principal place of business within the Greater Baton Rouge Area who are not otherwise Stockholder Members. Young Professional Members shall be entitled to all the privileges of a Stockholder Member except that of the right to vote and hold office.

■ YP I – Age 21-29

■ YP II – Age 30-34

*At Age of 35, he or she may pay the prevailing initiation fee for the purchase of a share of stock and the requirements for Stockholder Membership status shall be considered satisfied and, upon payment of such initiation fee, the Young Professional Member shall become a Stockholder Member.