Riders bombard the crowd with beads and other goodies-one reason why Napoleon is regarded as one of Mardi Gras' most generous parades! Have you ever wondered what it would be like to come to New Orleans during Mardi Gras and participate in a real Mardi Gras parade? Periodically, The Corps de Napoleon accepts new members subject to Membership Committee approval. Should you desire to be considered for Membership, please fill out the online Membership application and email it, along with the required deposit, according the instructions contained therein. Additionally, you may print the application from the site and submit it, along with the required deposit, via U.S. Mail to: Corps de Napoleon 4509 Gary Mikel Ave. Metairie, Louisiana 70002-1457 Naturally, should your Membership application be declined, your deposit, in full, will be returned. Should your application be accepted, you will receive a welcome letter, along with an itinerary of the year's events, as well as the username and password for the members section of the site. Also, you will begin receiving correspondence as an official member. » Online Membership Application Captain Irvy Cosse Jr. greets the crowd at the reviewing stands. Participating in an authentic Mardi Gras parade is a surreal experience. When the Tractors first start their engines and the Marching Bands begin playing their tunes, it is impossible to prevent the tingling down your spine. But it gets even better, as you exit the formation area and you see and hear the roar of the crowd as they wave their hands for the coveted baubles that you have procured for what is known the world over as "The greatest free show on Earth!" » Online Membership Application Are you from elsewhere but would like to be considered for this amazing experience? The Corps de Napoleon also accomodates and welcomes out-of-town members subject to the same Membership requirements deliniated above. Additionally, the Corps de Napoleon provides some additional benefits to its out-of-town members as arrangements can be made to have your throw items loaded in advance in order to increase convenience and your Mardi Gras experience. Groups can also be accomodated and information regarding a group of out-of-town members should be directed to the Captain, Irvy Cosse'. The Captain can be reached during Business hours at: 1130 St. Charles Avenue New Orleans, La 70130 504-588-9500 (office) 504-581-1670 (office fax) irvy@cosselaw.com Home History Floats Join Calendar Shop Members Contact Help Copyright ©2009 Corps de Napoleon. All Rights Reserved.