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St Patrick era traditions in New Orleans Irish Channel parade
The article highlights Irish Channel St Patrick celebrations in New Orleans with cabbage tossing parades. It notes Irish influence on city architecture, culture, and history, and quotes locals including grand marshal Ronnie Burke and Tulane historian Laura Kelley about immigration, Canal digging, and community ties fueling the annual parade and block party.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Orleans
Ronnie Burke
Connemara
Ireland
County Galway
Mississippi River
St. Michael
New Basin Canal
New Basin
Laura Kelley
Tulane University
Kelley
Philadelphia
Baltimore
Chicago
Boston
New York City
Sean Kennedy
Bethany Brinkman