From sweet treats handed out by ladies in carriages, to today’s colorful souvenirs of sparkling and blinking plastic, Mardi Gras throws have long been a Carnival tradition in New Orleans. In this video, interpreter Jacob Williams discusses the long history—and unintended consequences—of Carnival throws during a seasonal Shortcut talk at HNOC. Throughout the season, join us for Mardi Gras Throws: It’s the Gettin’ Not the Havin’! The free, 20-minute gallery talks are held at 2 p.m. on Wednesdays a

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