Queens of the Nation Indian Council

Queens of the Nation Mardi Gras Indian Council mission is to sustain and pass on the cultural tradition of "Masking" Indian and provide support services and resources to the young, elderly and less fortunate. 

Since 2010, Queens of the Nation has stood as a powerful collective of women within the Black Masking Indians of New Orleans aka Mardi Gras Indians; uplifting the legacy, artistry, and spiritual traditions of our ancestors while forging a path for future generations.

We are the keepers of culture.
We are the voices of sisterhood.
We are the Queens.

Today, we invite you to stand with us.

Your support helps us:
🌿 Preserve and pass down sacred masking traditions
🪶 Educating  and mentoring young women and girls
🥁 Producing cultural events, performances, and community gatherings

☑️Giving back to the youth, elderly and homeless
👑 Strengthening the bond of sisterhood across tribes and generations

Every contribution—big or small—directly fuels the continuation of a living culture rooted in resilience, beauty, and truth.

Primary issues Queens of the Nation Mardi Gras Indian Council seeks to address are:

(1.)Maintain the integrity of the masking tradition
(2.)Educate present and future Queens on the etiquette of Masking Indian
(3.)Provide support services, food, and clothing assistance to families, children, and youth.

Testimonials

Kid Fest
Toys Drive
Christmas Baskets
Feed the homeless
Stop the violence
NAMI Walk
Flood Victim assistance (2016)