Hey, Hall, this is Mark. Welcome to episode to episode is your complete guide to how to do Mardi Gras.

It was originally released years ago, but it's still relevant today. We've been getting a lot of questions

about Mardi Gras and the Facebook group what to do

where to find bathrooms that sort of thing so I thought it would be good to pull this one

from the archives. Before we jump in let me talk about the people that make the

podcast possible.

Support comes from the Historic New Orleans Collection, the City's Premier History Museum located

at 520 Royal Street in the heart of the French Quarter.

Check out their online publication called First Draft.

It's a combination blog and online exhibition space at HNOC.org

slash First Draft.

Through May 10th, 2024, check out their exhibit titled A Mystic Brotherhood Fraternal Orders of New Orleans.

For centuries, Freemasons, Odd Fellows, and other similar Fraternal Organizations have contributed

to the network of benevolent and mutual aid societies that cradle New Orleans social, cultural, and civic life.

Through objects and images drawn from their collection, the new exhibition explores the sometimes hidden history of these organizations

and illuminates how they help shape today's city.

Additionally, the permanent exhibit on the French Quarter Life is an immersive experience worth

of visit.

As always the Historic New Orleans collection is free.

Go to hnocc.org to plan your trip.

If you own a copy of the Beyond Bourbon Street Travel Guide, you've seen the work of James Cullen of accidental cage and photography.

Whether it's portraits, events, weddings, or lifestyle or photojournalism,

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