Square Dance History Project
The rich story of North American square dance finally has a home in the digital age.
About
Square Dance History Project
Square dancing has been an integral part of American social life for centuries. Traditional square dance was vital for generations of Americans, especially in rural communities; in the post-World War II era, modern square dance similarly enjoyed participants numbering in the millions.
Despite its popularity, the history of square dance has not been well documented. Scores of books explain specific figures and calls, but there is no current source that offers a detailed discussion of the development of this form of American social dance. We hope this site helps to fill that need.
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Princess Elizabeth square dancing – 1951
This photograph of then Princess Elizabeth square dancing took place during a visit to Canada in 1951. The press coverage helped spur the rapid growth of square dancing in that… …more
took place during a visit to Canada in 1951. The press coverage helped spur the rapid growth of square dancing in that… …more
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