"The Muses parade was big and sassy, although a bit strung out where I saw it near Lee Circle. Muses honored Krewe of Katrina founder Becky Zaheri. These ladies continue to present some of the most original throws in all of Carnival.And they had some floats that also lampooned those that needed it most, like “Barrel of Monkeys” which took a shot at FEMA." -Arthur Hardy's review on www.mardigrasguide.com

Muses Throws 2006
The famous Muses throws are better then ever for 2006. Muses traveled across the globe to create Mardi Gras innovations like the Plush Spear, a safer version of the original. Also among the offerings this year the Muses backpack, pedicure kits (for shoe loving women), Muses dolls wearing the 2006 costume, blinky flashing yoyos, a baseball signed by all 9 muses and Apollo, the annual shoe bead (this year a funky platform in pink and green), the teddy bear bead – a crowd favorite, soft puppy beads, flower power beads, Frisbees, doubloons and cups. Look for the special theme beads for this year’s theme, Muses Got Game, with 4 different games being thrown.

The Muses cup for 2006 honors the Muse Urania, Goddess of Astronomy. This year’s cup design contest winner and artist of all of the cups being thrown by the Krewe of Muses is Erica Aupied, Hahnville High School student. Congratulations Erica and thank you for your contribution to Mardi Gras 2006!