Virtual Lecture: African Influence in Black Masking Traditions

In conjunction with the Louisiana State Museum's exhibit Mystery in Motion: African American Masking and Spirituality in Mardi Gras at The Presbytere, the Friends of the Cabildo are presenting a special virtual lecture on African Influence in Black Masking Traditions. Scholars from the Musée du Quai Branly—Jacques Chirac and from Southern University at New Orleans will join the guest curators of the exhibition to discuss loaned artifacts on display that highlight African and Caribbean influences on New Orleans carnival. 1 pm. Free. Registration is required at louisianastatemuseum.com.