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This museum documents Mobile's long affair with the winter carnival.

4.5

455 reviews

Excellent70%
Very good23%
Average5%
Poor1%
Terrible1%

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Hours Today: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

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355 Government St, Mobile, AL 36602-2315

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wendy S

Madison, Mississippi

377210

Reviewed 1 week ago

Serious disappointment

Okay, this museum could be really interesting if they had structured tours. We read about guides, but didn’t see any guides. In fact, we saw 2 people during our visit. One was so engrossed in conversation with two men he didn’t even acknowledge us, the...More

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wendyS. I regret your visit to the Mobile Carnival Museum was disappointing. The museum offers guaranteed guided tours with reservations and most often can accommodate guests who do not schedule a guided tour. We also offer a self-guided tour powered by On-Cell which includes text,...More

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wildformywife

Hobe Sound, Florida

142

Reviewed 2 weeks ago via mobile

Fun for families

Got there at 3:15 and they close at 4:00. The lady was very nice but also adamant about us leaving by 4:00 which is somewhat understandable and she was not rude about it. There where tours but we did not take it due to the...More

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Wildformywife. Thank you for visiting with your family. We are glad you enjoyed your visit.

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jkristen426

HOOVER

13946

Reviewed May 7, 2018

Cute museum with some elaborate costumes

The ladies who run this place are exceptional and really enjoy the history of Carnival in Mobile. I was expecting a few more floats, but there were plenty of elaborate costumes. There is a fun room where you can dress up and stand on a...More

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Gail P

Matthews, North Carolina

4216

Reviewed May 2, 2018

Interesting history of Mardi Gras tradition in Mobile.

My husband , daughter and I all enjoyed the introductory film on the history of the Mardi Gras tradition in Mobile and the docent led tour of the museum. (It is also possible to tour without a guide) Our tour guide, Paula, was delightful and...More

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titaniumtodd

Miamisburg, Ohio

288

Reviewed April 21, 2018 via mobile

Mind numbing

So much history and costumes it’s difficult to process so many rooms. I would say that it is interesting just a bit too much

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BGBark

Anniston, Alabama

6213

Reviewed April 17, 2018

All you need to know about Mardi Gras in Mobile

We were greeted by a sweet southern lady who gave us a brief description of what to expect. The tour begins with an interesting 8 minute film about the origin of Mardi Gras. After that, you can take a guided tour or a self-guided tour...More

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Lisa F

Tuscaloosa, Alabama

5723

Reviewed April 12, 2018

Wonderful documented history lesson!

Excellent history lesson! We enjoyed every moment of our visit. Recommend to anyone who wants to know about true history of the biggest party around.

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MiMischa

Lansing, Michigan

8516

Reviewed April 10, 2018

Mobile Carnival Museum

The birthplace of Mardi Gras is Mobile and this museum is a great place to learn all about the beginning of Mardi Gras. They have the robes of the previous Kings and Queens of all the parades. They are so elaborate and is just a...More

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Hiexpectations48

Appleton, WI

10914

Reviewed April 9, 2018

Absolutely Amazing

The exquisite, hand sewn robes of the Mardi Gras Monarchs are a sight to behold. Find out where the term "Raising Cain" originated. Hear about the parade marchers brawls among the folks partaking in the festivities.

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jrleep

Missouri

289

Reviewed April 8, 2018

Who knew?!!!!

We had no idea that Mardi Gras began in Mobile, AL! This was such an informative and spectacular display of the royalty of Mardi Gras. Loved everything about it especially our tour guide!

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jrleep. A lot of visitors exclaim the same, "Who Knew?" Well now you do! Thank you for visiting.

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travelismypassion

Can I bring my small emotional support dog?

March 21, 2018|

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I have no idea, but I'm assuming so. I'd call them directly.

RoMondatony E

I used to come to this place years ago when I was a kid..was it the same or another kind of museum with old cars and old weapons..does it still have those things?

January 21, 2017|

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The location of the Mobile Carnival Museum used to be the Mobile History Museum and it housed the displays you describe. In 2005 that museum moved to a larger space on Royal Street and it is now known as the History Museum... More