The event is rooted in African and Native American influences, with ties to both Catholic and Black masking Indian traditions ...

So we’re schooling everyone on the true Black excellence of Mardi Gras. Although Louisiana typically takes all the Mardi Gras shine, the celebration was originally born in good ol’ Alabama.

One of the most magical traditions of the Mardi Gras Indians is taking to the streets of New Orleans on St. Joseph's Night.

The 45-year-old dedicated her achievements to the late Dorothy Mae Taylor, a Civil Rights leader and former New Orleans City ...

Super Sunday in New Orleans upholds its long-standing tradition of uniting the local community and being recognized as the true Mardi Gras.

Why is it significant that ALLA has its first Black queen and king this year? Gian Durand: I'm from New Orleans. So, to me, Mardi Gras should be as diverse as the city. Our reign is really ...

Krewe of ALLA’s first Black queen, Gian Durand, has dedicated her ride to the spirit of Dorothy Mae Taylor and diversity in Mardi Gras. ALLA replaces the notorious Nyx parade this year.

The promise from authorities for more security threatened to conflict with the city’s anything-goes sensibilities, and some changes were evident.

Gian Durand dedicated her ride to New Orleans activist Dorothy Mae-Taylor, who helped diversify Mardi Gras parades. Gian Durand now reigns as the first Black queen of New Orleans’ ALLA parade ...

Indians have a rich cultural history in New Orleans dating back to the 19th century. A queen in one tribe says this is her ...

As the shine of Mardi Gras fades for another year, queer First Nations people reflect on the prejudice they can face, even ...

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