Disclaimer: Originally published in February 2018. It is being republished since it still remains an interesting topic till today.  Mardi Gras Indians are black Carnival revelers from New Orleans, Louisiana, who dress up in traditional attire allied to their tribe. Communally, these organizations are called “tribes”. The groups are mostly independent, but a pair of umbrella organizations loosely coordinates … Continue reading The Fascinating Folklore Of The Mardi Gras Indians Of New Orleans