Backstreet Cultural Museum Tours and Tickets

There are plenty of ways to experience the Backstreet Cultural Museum. Looking at ratings and reviews previously given by customers, these are the best tours available right now:

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Tickets for the Backstreet Cultural Museum are US$25 for adults, US$20 for locals, seniors, and veterans, US$15 for young people aged 12–16, and children 12 and under are US$10. Kids aged 5 and under enter for free. Discounts are available if visiting with a group of five or more people.

The best time to visit the Backstreet Cultural Museum is late February to March to experience Mardi Gras. The museum celebrates Mardi Gras annually with various events, typically including an Open House breakfast. It also hosts an All Saints Day parade every November.

A typical visit to the Backstreet Cultural Museum lasts about 30 minutes to one hour, allowing enough time to explore the museum’s exhibits, including Mardi Gras Indian suits, jazz funeral memorabilia, and African-American cultural artifacts. Second Line tours that are offered through the museum last four hours.

The Backstreet Cultural Museum can be an educational experience for kids. However, it may be better suited for older children (around 8 years and over) who can appreciate the history behind New Orleans. Also, the exhibits are not interactive and younger children may lose interest. The museum is small and manageable, making it easy for families to explore.

No, reservations are not required to visit the Backstreet Cultural Museum. However, you’ll need to call ahead if you're arriving with a large group or would like to arrange a guided tour. Also, you must book the museum’s Second Line tours in advance.