Mules and Carriages in New Orleans – Episode #93
Photo credit: Charlotte Jones
Mules and Carriages in New Orleans
Mules and Carriages are a common site in New Orleans, and especially in the French Quarter. If you are like me, you probably have lots of questions. Why mules and not horses? Where do the mules live? How are they cared for?
Join me and guest Charlotte Jones as we talk about the history of mules in New Orleans, the carriage ride industry, and how these beautiful animals are became part of New Orleans.
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Thank You
Thanks to Charlotte Jones for joining me today. Be sure to follow Charlotte and her partner Chica on Twitter @jonesymule
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