Celebrating with St. Joseph Altars
Juneau, Sandra Scalise / Nobles, Cynthia Lejeune
Every year on March 19, Roman Catholic churches and households in and around New Orleans celebrate St. Joseph's Day, part of which involves preparing elaborate tiered displays filled with foods, prayers, and offerings. As the centerpieces of these celebrations, St. Joseph Altars capture a deep-rooted tradition established in south Louisiana by immigrants from Sicily, whose families have been giving thanks to St. Joseph since the Middle Ages. S...