Super Sunday 2010
I went to my first Super Sunday yesterday. No, it’s not a sporting event. It’s a day when various Mardi Gras Indian tribes meet up, show off their suits, and parade. There is drumming, chanting and call and response. The suits are incredibly elaborate, covered in feathers, beading and rhinestones and can weigh over 100 pounds. It’s a generational thing and it’s great to see the kids out in suits as well.
Here’s an overview of the Mardi Gras Indians
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mardi_Gras_Indians
More detail information and history:
http://www.mardigrasneworleans.com/mardigrasindians.html
Click here for my photos from Super Sunday 2010.
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3 comments:
Geez. Those are so elaborate. They must take forever to create!! Wow.
This picture is WOW! SO BEAUTIFUL! The craftsmanship is amazing! :o) I need to read these links, because i don't know much about this. Thank you for posting.
The Indians spend all year making a suit. And they make a new one every year! I always thought they were interesting but I too want to learn more about this tradition.
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