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Comus
The Mistick Krewe of Comus, founded in 1857, is the oldest continuously influential New Orleans Carnival krewe and introduced many formal Carnival traditions.
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Mistick Krewe
A historic term associated with early New Orleans Carnival organizations, most notably the Mistick Krewe of Comus.
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Momus
The Krewe of Momus was founded in 1872 and became known for satirical Carnival themes and parades.
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Old-Line Krewe
One of the historic nineteenth-century New Orleans Carnival organizations that established many of the traditions still observed today.
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Proteus
Founded in 1882, the Krewe of Proteus is one of New Orleans' old-line Carnival organizations, named for the Greek sea god.
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Rex
Rex is both the name of the historic Krewe of Rex and the title 'King of Carnival.' Founded in 1872, the organization established many traditions that define modern New Orleans Carnival, including the official Carnival…
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Zulu
The Zulu Social Aid & Pleasure Club is one of New Orleans' most celebrated Carnival organizations, famous for decorated coconuts and African-inspired pageantry.
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