La Veillée
Mardi Gras Indians and Creole New Orleans
Season 2022 Episode 15 | 13m
Mardi Gras Indians and Creole New Orleans
The tradition of Black Masking Indians is part of the rich cultural heritage of New Orleans and one of the most vibrant manifestations of its Creole identity. This episode features the Mardi Gras Indian celebrations of Super Sunday and St. Joseph’s Night and situates them in the context of the Creole history and culture of New Orleans.
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La Veillée is a local public television program presented by LPB
La Veillée
Mardi Gras Indians and Creole New Orleans
Season 2022 Episode 15 | 13m
The tradition of Black Masking Indians is part of the rich cultural heritage of New Orleans and one of the most vibrant manifestations of its Creole identity. This episode features the Mardi Gras Indian celebrations of Super Sunday and St. Joseph’s Night and situates them in the context of the Creole history and culture of New Orleans.
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