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Mobile Carnival Museum

Mobile Carnival Museum

Fun Things in Mobile

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+1 251 432 33 24355 Government St, Mobile, Alabama 36602 · Central Business District

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355 Government St, Mobile, Alabama 36602

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About

The Carnival Museum highlights the history of Mardi Gras in Mobile, Alabama - the birthplace of Mardi Gras in America. It offers 14 galleries and 5 video presentations. Guided tours are given at 9:30 am, 11:00 am and 1:30 pm based on docent availability. Admission is $8.00 Adults; $3.00 Children 12 and under. Discounts for AARP, AAA, Military, Students. Open Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday - 9am - 4 pm.

Amenities

Service options

  • Onsite services

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom

Offerings

  • Gift shop

Amenities

  • Gender-neutral restroom
  • Restroom
  • Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant

Payments

  • Admission fee

Children

  • Good for kids

Hours

Monday
9 AM to 4 PM
Tuesday
Closed
Wednesday
9 AM to 4 PM
Thursday
Closed
Friday
9 AM to 4 PM
Saturday
9 AM to 4 PM
Sunday
Closed

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