Two versions of Mardi Gras can be experienced by Louisiana natives and tourists alike. Both are steeped in tradition — from the grand masquerade balls in New Orleans to the Courir de Mardi Gras ...

The colorful celebration, also known as Fat Tuesday, is held annually on the day before the fasting season of Lent, which begins on Ash Wednesday. The celebrations are most festive in New Orleans’ ...

In the words of Irish wit Oscar Wilde, an expert surveyor of human nature, “Man is least himself when he talks in his own person. Give him a mask, and he will tell you the truth.” For the Bryan Museum ...

Wear intricately designed Mardi Gras masks fit for a king and queen. Dennis Beckman — this season's King of the Krewe of Highland — opens the Mardi Gras season with an exhibit featuring his ...

Growing up in Jay, Alexis Burbank lived across the street from artist Sandra Stanton, a painter inspired by classical mythology. Their visits and lessons together instilled in Burbank not only a love ...

LAFAYETTE, La. (AP) - Two layers of wire, buttons or googly eyes with bushy eyelashes, felt lips and a large fabric nose with a bell. Traditional Courir de Mardi Gras masks often follow this general ...

Carnival costumes can be complicated. Between masks, balls and throws, it can be difficult to plan your look. To help you out, we've compiled some resources to help you look your best this Mardi Gras ...