On Feb. 27, 1827, a group of masked and costumed students paraded down the
streets of New Orleans, marking the beginning of the city’s famous Mardi
Gras celebration that is held annually.
On Feb. 27, 1827, a group of masked and costumed students paraded down the
streets of New Orleans, marking the beginning of the city’s famous Mardi
Gras celebration that is held annually.