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Junkanoo has a West African heritage
Drums are a main part of the celebration
The cow skin has to be tightened first
Women couldn't always participate
Cowbells are an important noise maker
As are whistles
Costumes are often hand-made
Let the trumpets roll!
Costumes used to be of cardboard
Junkanoo is the soul of Bahamian culture
White face has a long and important tradition
Costumes are on display year-round
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