Krewe of Dolly: Celebration of Life Parade 9-2-5

The 700-member Krewe of Dolly turned out in full force on September 25 in a celebration of life parade through the Quarter, ending at the Jazz Museum for a proclamation from Mayor Helena Moreno.

- photos by Ellis Anderson

Dolly Walks These Streets Now

Dolly Parton may have passed, but 700 New Orleans women will carry on her legacy by wearing big wigs and glittering rhinestones – and giving books to thousands of children.

– by Karla Marie “Karlita” Cochran

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