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At sunset on March 19, the Black Masking Indians of New Orleans don their elaborate suits of beads and feathers in neighborhoods throughout New Orleans and play out ritual confrontations with song and dance. Below is video from St. Joseph's Night 2019, as multiple tribes met in the 7th Ward. Among those shown are Big Chief Kevin Goodman of the Flaming Arrows, Big Chief Dump of the Young Maasai Hunters, and members of the 7th Ward Hunters.

New Orleans is now in modified phase 3, where social distancing and masks are still required, but gatherings of 500 people and live music are permitted. City officials say second line parades are only allowed with permits. "Second line parading is an integral part of our cultural tradition and organically engages gatherings of people,” Lisa Alexis, director of the Office of Cultural Economy, said in an email. "The safety of our community is at the forefront. Second lines will be allowed when...

Friday, March 19, 2021 - 7:00pm Traditionally, on St. Josephs Night, the Black Masking Indians of New Orleans are out in the neighborhoods across the city participating in rituals with long histories. The spirit of St. Josephs Night lives on this year. Below is video from St. Josephs Night 2019, as multiple tribes met in the 7th Ward. Among those shown are Big Chief Kevin Goodman of the Flaming Arrows, Big Chief Dump of the Young Maasai Hunters, and members of the 7th Ward Hunters. And in this...