Ronald Lewis, who is the director and curator, offers an inside look at the groups who bring Mardi Gras and the parades in the community to life. You'll see the beadwork gallery for the Mardi Gras Indians and costumes worn by the Social Aid and Pleasure Clubs and groups like the Skull and Bone Gang as well as Baby Dolls.
The image gallery on the site shows off the amazing beauty of the feathered suits worn by the Mardi Gras Indian tribes. He also provides an insight into the detailed work that goes into making a new one each year.
Being the president of Big Nine Social Aid and Pleasure Club as well former King of Krewe de Vieux and former Council Chief of the Choctaw Hunters (which is a Mardi Gras Indian tribe he founded) Ronald W. Lewis brings an intimate knowledge of the local culture he wants to share with the world.
A survivor of Hurricane Katrina he and his wife reside in the Lower Ninth Ward. Contact them in advance for an appointment to visit since the museum is set up in the Lewis' backyard of their home.
For more information and to arrange viewing times check out their website: http://houseofdanceandfeathers.org
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Sondra Carpenter
The Mardi Gras Girl
TheMardiGrasGirl.com
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House Of Dance And Feathers
http://houseofdanceandfeathers.org
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