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On a balmy April's Fool evening in 1987, near the shores of Lake Ponchatrain, eleven businessmen gathered at Benny Delauzin's home to form a new carnival Krewe that would bring a first-class parade to Mandeville. The ladies Krewe of Eve had successfully paraded the year before. By February 12th, Orpheus had grown to 225 men, and paraded for the first time on the Friday night before Mardi Gras in 1988 with thirteen floats and as many local and regional marching bands. Reaction was overwhelming - both from riders and parade goers. Riders who had ridden in other parades in New Orleans were amazed that folks here actually say "Thank You" when tossed beads or other throws. The family orientation of parading in Mandeville was a pleasant departure for many seasoned riders who were used to rowdy crowds and big city hassles. The public and press declared Mandeville's new Krewe a "great success" and the Organization grew into the Northshore's premier men's carnival organization.

Lake Charles, LA

Chartered in April of 1985, with its first Ball in 1986, Krewe de la Noblesse is a social organization which celebrates the traditional New Orleans Style of Mardi Gras. The by-invitation membership is limited to 200 married and single members. The Krewe takes great pride in promoting Mardi Gras and contributing to establishing Lake Charles as a Mardi Gras area second only to New Orleans.

Doggy Duds opened it's doors in January, 1998. We began producing dog costumes when it became known that local pet owners were unable to purchase Mardi Gras outfits for our annual Krewe of Barkus Parade here in Lake Charles, Louisiana. So with the comfort of the pet in mind, we created costumes that any K-9 would be proud to wear.

This is your online source for everything you need to make your Mardi Gras the best party ever! Featuring Mardi Gras costumes, costume accessories, masks, beads, and Mardi gras party supplies.

Featuring a wide selection of quality imported feather Voodoo dolls and feather boas. Many feather colors are in stock and coming in daily. Perfect for Mardi Gras, Jazz Fest, Voodoo Fest,or sororities, parties, dance classes, cheerleaders, bachelorette parties, bridal showers, conventions, or just plain fun. These fine feather goods also make a quality base for craftsmen, designers, and artists.

How to make Mardi Gras masks for kids

Where Mardi Gras meets 3D.

An Artist's look at the whimsical side of New Orleans through its icon - The Creole Cat. Tour the popular sites of New Orleans learning its rich history through paintings, prints, and notecards. From the gallery of Chamain O’Mahony.

The Artwork of Emen Levy - Mardi Gras artist.

Michael Hunt’s art career began at the young age of 17 while still a student at Louisiana State University. His diverse portfolio of limited edition prints and posters range from graphic, whimsical imagery to intricately detailed works. Hunt Graphics, Inc. has become the world's foremost publisher of collectable "Mardi Gras Art" Throughout his website you will find some of the most lavish and sought after limited edition prints ever created. Many were specifically designed as commemorative treasures for the exclusive members of Mardi Gras' greatest parading organizations. Now these prints are being made available to you in the extremely limited quantities that remain. Enjoy surfing the fascinating world of Mardi Gras art and art form that has become respected and coveted by collectors worldwide.

Posters from New Orleans artist Mousie.

Andrea is best known for the enchanting paintings she creates for New Orleans' famous Mardi Gras festivities. The Mardi Gras collection is currently the longest running consecutive annual poster series.

These limited edition fine art prints are individually signed and numbered by the artist and clear packaged for protection. Prints are produced using archival mat finished 80# stock paper and archival inks, ready for framing.

Mardi Gras and New Orleans Posters

High-end leather masks, eye patches, half-masks, blindfolds, and more.

At New Orleans Masks, handmade works of art meet the masquerading traditions of Carnival, Mardi Gras, Halloween, and costuming for all occasions. Artists from around the world meticulously craft leather, metal, feathers, beads – and much, much more – into time-honored flights of fancy, as detailed as anything found in the Crescent City during its long history of elaborate costumes and masked balls. No longer confined to the historic French Quarter or the parades along St. Charles Avenue, the splendor and mystery are now available to everyone...

Exquisite masquerade fantasies in mixed media.

I have been creating Masks for almost 30 years. My work has been in stage productions, masked balls, Halloween and dancing on the streets of New Orleans.

Mask Parade masks have appeared in Mardi Gras Parades, Television programs, Ice Shows, Live Action Video Games, Magazines, Fashion layouts as well as several galleries throughout the country.