The Hidden Threads of New Orleans' Mardi Gras In the midst of Mardi Gras' flamboyant parades and revelry, a lesser known but vital tradition unfolds in the city's backstreets.
For centuries, the Mardi Gras Indians – or Black Masking Indians – have crafted intricate hand sewn suits that are both works of art and testaments to their rich cultural heritage.
The tradition was born out of resistance and resilience, forged in the crucible of slavery, oppression, and cultural suppression.