Zulu beads
Example of throws from the Krewe of Zulu parade. The Krewe's most prized throw, however, is an elaborately designed coconut. predominantly an African American Krewe, Krewe of Zulu members first belonged to a Benevolent Aid Society and officially made their appearance as Zulu in 1909. The group met controversy at the height of the Civil Rights movement because of Zulu members wearing grass skirts, tribal pants, and blackface (which they state is a satirical message against racial prejudice), but long-time member and former President, James Russell diminished the controversy. Though Zulu parade routes traveled on the back streets of Black neighborhoods, in 1968 they began to travel on two major streets: Canal Street and St. Charles Avenue, and the parade continues to do so on Mardi Gras day.
Musical Triangle
Abbie Deville
Spoons
Abbie Deville
Second liner king cake figurine
At a small bakery in New Orleans, the tradition still lives on in having porcelain babies in King Cake. Alberta Lewis sells porcelain figurines to Haydel's bakery such as these, and comes up with new designs every year.
Mardi Gras costume
Courir de Mardi Gras mask and hat
Courir de Mardi Gras mask made by Darlene Landreneau. Materials include wire mesh, cotton cloth, fringe, ribbon, 2018.
"Forever Lee Circle"
Invitation to 2004 Rex Grand Ball
Doubloon from Rex parade
Krewe of Cypress Crown and Scepter