New African Masquerades, tells the story of four different artists from four different distinct countries in West Africa.

On view at the New Orleans Museum of Art from April 4 through August 10, the exhibition will then embark on parallel tours to venues in North America and Africa.

For more than 20 years photographer Phyllis Galembo has traveled Africa and Haiti documenting the art of the masquerade. What is it about masks? “It’s the creativity,” says Galembo.

The Boston College Fashion Club hosted its annual Met Gala this past Thursday, with the “masquerade” as the chosen theme for ...