The winner of the 2013 cup artwork contest is Pedro Richard, a senior at O. Perry Walker High School in Algiers. Pedro’s design will appear on the cups thrown in this year’s parade and his school’s art program receives a $1,000 award.
Urania, the Muse of Astronomy – Becky Zaheri Muse Becky Zaheri is the founder of the Katrina Krewe. The Katrina Krewe has organized over 1,000 volunteers to clean up the streets of New Orleans twice a week. Muses is proud to be able to honor one of our own members with a ride in the…
The winner of the 2016 annual Mardi Gras Cup Art Contest is Darrell Donaldson of New Orleans Military and Maritime Academy. The annual competition is an activity planned by the Muses Community Outreach Committee. Muses Board member and Chair of Community Outreach Kathy Conklin said, “The artistic talent shown in the submissions continues to amaze…
The Krewe of Muses winner of its 2014 annual student Mardi Gras Cup Art Contest is Brigitte Breaux of Lusher Charter High School. The annual competition is an activity planned by the Muses Community Arts Committee. Lusher Charter High School will receive a $1,000 donation towards its art program. Muses Board member and Chair of…
At this year’s annual Theme Reveal party, members generously donated toys, supplies and goods to Angel’s Place for their annual Christmas party. Angel’s Place provides ongoing services to children with life threatening illnesses and their families. Their Christmas party is a magical event and where families can enjoy caroling, crafts, food and a visit with…
The Krewe of Muses is thrilled to announce this year’s cup design winner: Tallulah Michalopoulos, a 17-year-old senior at The Willow High School. Tallulah’s stunning design, created with felt-tipped pen and watercolor paints on paper, captures the essence of what makes the muses so captivating. The Artist’s Vision When asked about her inspiration, Tallulah shared…
Patricia Clarkson is the quintessential New Orleans girl and most deserving of leading the Muses for a historic second time. We are proud of her accomplishments then and now. The continuum of her professional work is the embodiment of the attributes and spirit of the nine muses. Patricia is an inspiration to women and girls….
