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Mardi Gras Museum Preserving and celebrating the unique history and tradition of Mississippi’s Mardi Gras since the 1980's. Our vibrant exhibition invites guests from near and far to discover a century of community tradition and revelry. museum@coastalmardigras.com. Holiday Closings: New Year’s Eve, Mardi Gras Day, July 4th, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve, and Christmas Day. Hours: Monday - Friday: 10am-4pm Saturday by appointment Tours available by appointment Adults: $8 Seniors (Over 60) / Military with ID: $7 Students (18 and over with valid ID) /Children 12 and under: $5 BACK TO MUSEUMS Coastal Mississippi Mardi Gras Museum The Coastal Mississippi Mardi Gras Museum is located at 792-A Howard Ave. in historic downtown Biloxi. Step into the irresistible, glamorous story of Mardi Gras as it is celebrated along the Mississippi Coast. The museum features dazzling costumes; exhibits of Carnival mementos, including glass beads, doubloons, krewe [] The Coastal Mississippi Mardi Gras Museum highlights the 300+ year history of the celebration of Mardi Gras on the Gulf Coast focusing on the royalty, krewes, and the people who have made Mardi Gras a magical time of year. On display are costumes, photographs and memorabilia of carnival celebrations along the coast. Open Monday-Friday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Mark your calendars for the next installment of Royal Story Hour at the Museum! On Saturday, March 1, we will be joined by royalty from The Order of Dionysus for a storytelling, crafting, and dress up time for children and their caretakers. Stay tuned to see which book we’ll be reading! If your Things to do near Coastal Mississippi Mardi Gras Museum Skål Axe Throwing The Historic Redding House The Threaded Cork The Saenger Theatres Gallery 782 Co-Art Cathedral of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Biloxi City Council Biloxi Shrimping Trip MGM Park Hurricane Katrina Memorial Biloxi Bay Bridge Beau Rivage Casino Hard Rock Casino Coastal Mississippi Mardi Gras Museum executive director Abreeza Thomas explains Mardi Gras dates back to ancient times overseas. The museum was founded on the Coast in the late 80s. Mardi Gras is believed to have arrived in North America on March 3, 1699, when the French-Canadian explorer Pierre Le Moyne d'Iberville camped about 60 miles downriver from the future site of New Orleans. Knowing it was Fat Tuesday back in France, Iberville named the spot Point du Mardi Gras and held a small gala. About Us. Founded in the 1980's, the Coastal Mississippi Mardi Gras Museum is dedicated to preserving the history of Carnival and the unique traditions stemming from the Coast's ever-growing revelry. The Coastal Mississippi Mardi Gras Museum in Biloxi is a must-visit for anyone interested in the region's vibrant Fat Tuesday celebrations. This historic venue showcases over 300 years of local Mardi Gras history, featuring an impressive collection of artifacts including costumes, photographs, and memorabilia. Located at 792-A Howard Avenue, the museum pays homage to the dedicated individuals Mardi Gras Museum Preserving and celebrating the unique history and tradition of Mississippi’s Mardi Gras since the 1980's. Our vibrant exhibition invites guests from near and far to discover a century of community tradition and revelry. Coastal Mississippi Mardi Gras Museum, Biloxi, Mississippi. 5,277 likes · 98 talking about this · 1,160 were here. Preserving the unique traditions and Preserving the unique traditions and history of Coastal Mississippi’s Mardi Gras. 792-A Howard Avenue Biloxi, MS 39530 (228)-314-4747 museum@coastalmardigras.com. Holiday Closings: New Year’s Eve, Mardi Gras Day, July 4th, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve, and Christmas Day The 2025 Mardi Gras season is just beginning, and Coastal Mississippi is packed full of fun parades and events perfect for incoming visitors. Come along with us as we celebrate the Carnival season! Laissez les bon temps rouler ––"Let the good times roll!" 2025 Mardi Gras Parade Schedule Saturday, February 15 When you support the Coastal Mississippi Mardi Gras Museum, through membership or donation, you allow us to continue pursuing our mission. All funds support the Museum's efforts to develop new programming, improve our facilities, bring new exhibitions to life, and foster a century of local tradition. Bay St Louis Mardi Gras Museum, located inside the historic train depot, features over a dozen elaborate Mardi Gras costumes. No admission charged. Open Monday-Friday 9am to 4pm, Saturday 9am to 5pm The Heart of Mardi Gras History . If you want to learn about the history of Mardi Gras and see some truly dazzling costumes, make sure to stop by the Coastal Mississippi Mardi Gras Museum in Biloxi. This museum is a treasure trove of Carnival mementos, including glass beads, doubloons, krewe favors and even crowns and scepters. The following overview lists the admission prices and various discounts and discount codes for a visit to Coastal Mississippi Mardi Gras Museum in Biloxi.All prices are displayed per age group or reduced rate group. Coastal Mississippi Mardi Gras Museum. We invite you to learn more about the kings and queens, the krewes and the costumes, the parades, and the people who make Mardi Gras a magical time of year in Coastal Mississippi. Mardi Gras. Mardi Gras, French for “Fat Tuesday,” is an exciting, treasured celebration for all, brought to life with music, costumes, art, parades, and more! Many visitors journey afar to experience the fun and indulge in the revelry of the Mardi Gras season with locals.
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