The Backstreet Cultural Museum (New Orleans, LA)

I wouldn’t have known about this one if our hosts hadn’t told us about it. This was my second favorite part of New Orleans (the first was Washboard Chaz). The museum showcases music and Mardi Gras history in New Orleans, predominantly the Mardi Gras Indians and the New Orleans social clubs. If you’re even remotely interested in this place there’s no way you should miss it while you’re in New Orleans, particularly if there’s no Mardi Gras, Indians or second lines while you’re there.