Celebrations: Mardi Gras in Mobile and New Orleans
Compiled by Whitney Long
The Age Old Question (photo via www.history.com)
Although the merriment and mayhem of Mardi Gras has come and gone as of yesterday (Fat Tuesday) one question remains… where did the celebration begin? There has long been friendly and not so friendly debate whether Mobile, AL or New Orleans, LA began the tradition. So which celebration came first – Mobile or New Orleans? Well it all depends on who you ask. Mobile and New Orleans both lay claim to being the “original”. Either way, the South is a winner because we love both of these charming cities and love a chance to share them with the world! For the history of Mardi Gras in these southern cities, you’ll just have to read more and decide for yourself.
MOBILE
NOLA
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