

# Event Details

- **Event Name**: The Black History of Mardi Gras Opening Reception
- **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 08 Jan, 2026 at 06:00 pm – Thu, 08 Jan, 2026 at 08:00 pm
- **Event Description**: The Imperial Calcasieu Museum is proud to host "The Black History of Mardi Gras" exhibit this festival season!

This exhibition explores the traditions, artistry, and cultural heritage of Mardi Gras within Southwest Louisiana's Black community. The exhibit will include Mardi Gras costumes designed and created by Craig Guillory and Dolores Beaco, as well as features on local krewes and their histories. The museum will also honor board member Edwina Medearis for her significant contributions to costuming and Mardi Gras culture through Medearis Costumes. 

The Opening Reception takes place alongside the opening of the "Residency at the Museum" featuring the works of Bit Thompson, Camille Vizena, Chaouie Metcalf, Dominique Espree, Maaliyah Papillion, and Robbie Austin. 

A highlight of the evening is the King Cake Tasting featuring local bakeries!

The museum invites residents and visitors to gather in celebration of creativity, heritage, and community!

Date: January 8, 2026
Time: 6 - 8 PM
Admission: FREE and open to the public
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/lake-charles/the-black-history-of-mardi-gras-opening-reception/200029447305537
- **Event Categories**: black-history-month, festivals, exhibitions
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 39

## Ticket Details

- **Ticket URL**: http://facebook.com/200029447305537?utm_source=AllEvents.in&utm_medium=event-discovery-platform&utm_campaign=lake+charles-events

## Event venue details

- **city**: Lake Charles
- **state**: LA
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 204 W Sallier St, Lake Charles, LA, United States, Louisiana 70601
- **lat**: 30.21333
- **long**: -93.22211
- **full address**: 204 W Sallier St, Lake Charles, LA, United States, Louisiana 70601

## Event Organizer details

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- **organizer**: Imperial Calcasieu Museum (https://allevents.in/org/imperial-calcasieu-museum/25940998)

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When is the event happening?
  - **A:** Thu, 08 Jan, 2026 at 06:00 pm
- **Q**: Where is the event happening?
  - **A:** 204 W Sallier St, Lake Charles, LA, United States, Louisiana 70601
- **Q**: Who is organizing the event?
  - **A:** Imperial Calcasieu Museum
- **Q**: What type of event is this?
  - **A:** black-history-month, festivals, exhibitions
- **Q**: Where can I find ticket details about The Black History of Mardi Gras Opening Reception ?
  - **A:** You can find ticket details about this event on AllEvents.

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