(504) 361-7821
233 Newton St
New Orleans,
LA
70114
29.9452
-90.0541
Neighborhoods: McDonough, Algiers
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Overview – Believe it or not, most of what gives New Orleans' Mardi Gras its splendor starts in this West Bank warehouse. In this unassuming spot--if you ignore the gigantic alligator king at the entrance--the notoriously creative Kern family and its legion of artists work their magic, churning out floats and fantasies for most of the superkrewes. – – The Experience – A tour of Blaine Kern's Mardi Gras World allows a peek into the nuts and bolts of the Carnival parade, with craftspeople constructing and painting the characters that have defined generations of Mardi…
06/13/04
Off the beaten path
by jmunoz98
We lived 3 hours from New Orleans and drove. It was a little hard to find in the warehouse district but the tour boats will bring you right over. It was rather enjoyable. Bring your camera they have a prop room to dress-up and pose. They also do a king cake and explain the tradition. Its one we know include when we celebrate Mardi Gras
- Pros: Informative
08/14/02
floating tour
by mdibruno
This is a very interesting place to see the history of the Mardi Gras parades and the floats themselves....how they are made and shipped over. And the floats are not just for MG. Check it out.
The Details on Mardi Gras World
The Extras:
All the biggies are here for your viewing pleasure: the Bacchawhopper, Vic 'n' Natly and over-sized celebrity heads.
Know Before You Go:
For those too inspired to wait for the big day, Mardi Gras World also features a gift shop where you can buy your favorite Mardi Gras gear.
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