indulging in delicious and colorful king cakes and donning elaborate Mardi Gras masks. But have you ever wondered about the deeper meaning behind these artistic creations? Mardi Gras masks are ...

(AP Photo/Gerald Herbert, File) In New Orleans, some African Americans mask in elaborate beaded and feathered Mardi Gras Indian suits, roving the city to sing, dance, drum and perform. The tradition, ...

Known for its spectacular parades, floats, marching bands, throws, and King cake, Mardi Gras is the biggest celebration in New Orleans. The first recorded Mardi Gras parade in New Orleans took ...