Festival

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  How New Orleans Businesses Support the ESSENCE Festival

  ESSENCE.com interviews Gina Montana, who works with the many vendors who sell unique products at the ESSENCE Festival.

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  Civil Rights Icon Shirley Sherrod Tells All

  Shirley Sherrod has dedicated her entire life to civil rights. At the age of 17, Sherrod’s father was murdered by a white farmer over a ... View Photos...

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  5 Things to Know About New Orleans

  Here are a few reasons to make the trip to New Orleans for the ESSENCE Festival.

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  Gospel Singer Lady Tramaine Hawkins on ESSENCE Festival & Community Service

  Lady Tramaine Hawkins will be honored at the Gospel Tribute during the ESSENCE Festival.

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  10 Foods to Experience in New Orleans

  The top 10 foods that you must try while attending the ESSENCE Festival in New Orleans during July 4th weekend.

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