06/04/2024
The eternally famous Voodoo Queen Marie Laveau. She passed away 133 years ago on June 15, 1891…age 79. Her life & legacy, legend & folklore have strongly endured. Her grave(s) are the most visited in the world!
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Before a tour guide jumps on me about the grave I posted…I’ll explain 😊 In short, IT’S MY FAVORITE!!!!!!
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My first 3 official tours of St. Louis Cemetery No. 1 (between 2002-2010), the Guide’s FIRST stop was this tomb. It was the same story. That the exact location of Marie Laveau’s remains were in 1 of 3 tombs in the cemetery. No one knew for sure which one, but it was narrowed down. At that time, THIS amazingly beautiful tomb was the preferred choice. So…of course…it explains the endless offerings and multitude of “###” carvings left behind. (A ritual done to ask the Voodoo Queen for favors) Offerings were so plentiful, they had to clear them for space often. This tomb was (and still is) a spiritual experience just being near it. So much love, so many wishes and prayers bestowed upon it. You can FEEL it!
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The 2nd possible tomb was the family tomb a few rows back. Much more plain and less adorned. The 3rd possibility was way in the back and I barely remember it. There was not much emphasis on it.
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Since those tours, my years of wandering and meeting more tour guides, the story took a turn…Especially after the pink paint desecration of the family tomb in 2013. The Archdiocese and chosen tour guides are more stern about the “family tomb” being her resting place.
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Personally, I don’t really care where her physical remains lie. I just know her energy is ALL OVER that Cemetery and I respect it and her amazing life. AND I JUST LOVE THIS TOMB…whoever is in it❣️❣️❣️
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