STORY HIGHLIGHTS. 1  Mobile, Alabama, says the city's first Mardi Gras celebration was in 1703. 2  Mobile claims it introduced the celebration to New Orleans years later. 3  The first recorded Mardi Gras parade in New Orleans was in 1837.
For other uses, see Saint Mary's Hospital (disambiguation). For other uses, see St. Mary Medical Center (disambiguation). St. Mary Medical Center (SMMC) is a hospital in Long Beach, California, US. It is currently operated by Dignity Health. SMMC has all private acute care rooms for patients.
Long Beach California might be best known for being the home of the lavish Queen Mary. During a visit you can take a tour of the boat and learn about its history. Kids might be more interested in a trip to the Aquarium of the Pacific while young couples will be drawn to live music venues, gourmet dining, and nightlife.