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Carl Mack’s Mardi Gras Museum of Costumes and Culture

A xylophone player who visited New Orleans 40 years ago has become the impresario of Carnival costuming and founder of the Mardi Gras Museum – now in a new spacious location on North Rampart Street.

– by Dean Shapiro

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Krewe of Cork Parade 2024

Demonstrating exceptional stamina, the Krewe of Cork celebrates the world of wine, starting with a three-hour wine luncheon, then spreading all that good cheer through the streets of the French Quarter.

- photos by Ellis Anderson

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Bohème Parade 2024

Bohème is a relative newcomer to the Mardi Gras parade scene, but this year - only their fifth time marching – the absinthe-minded krewe danced its way into the “Don’t Miss” category of Carnival festivities.

- photos by Melanie Cole