Mobile, Alabama: Mobile Carnival Museum
An eye-opener for those who think crazy festivals only take place in New Orleans. 14 galleries of gaudy crowns and outfits, creepy costumes, strange dioramas in "the birthplace of Mardi Gras."
- Address:
- 355 Government St., Mobile, AL
- Directions:
- Downtown, on the south side of Hwy 42/Government St., seven blocks east of the bridge across the Mobile River. Between S. Claiborne and S. Franklin Sts.
- Hours:
- M, W, F, Sa 9-4 (Call to verify) Local health policies may affect hours and access.
- Phone:
- 251-432-3324
- Admission:
- Adults $8.
- RA Rates:
- Worth a Detour
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Mardi Gras is so much more than dressing up. A phone audio tour on your own smartphone tells about the different exhibits. $8 admission.
[Clark W, 01/02/2022]
This is a wonderful, colorful museum if you enjoy Mardi Gras. See the film. Enjoy guided tour. $5 entry. Craig is an informative guide! Can take pics on a float or throughout. Great gift shop.
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