Folk Dancers, probably on Homeland Day, June 13, 1914
PhotographerPhotographed by
Horace Bushnell Cheney Sr.
American, 1868 - 1936
Date1914
MediumPhotography; gelatin emulsion on glass
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (height x width): 3 1/8 x 4 1/8in. (7.9 x 10.5cm)
ClassificationsGraphics
Credit LineGift of Mrs. Byard Williams
DescriptionIn the foreground, men and women in ethnic costumes dance on a low wooden platform. In the background, men in uniform are seated on a high wooden platform. They are playing musical instruments. Spectators stand and sit on the grassy lawn.
Object number1988.133.248
InscribedOn paper envelope, in pencil, "1988-133-248" "View of men and women folk dancing / on a platform. In the background there are men on a stage playing / instruments. c. 1914 Donor believes photo / was taken at a Manchester celebration." "negative of / 1988-175-10.39"NotesSubject Note: Homeland Day, June 13, 1914, celebrated the different national origins of the residents of the town of Manchester, Connecticut. In addition to a parade, the celebration included folk dances of different nations performed outdoors on wooden platforms.Subject Terms
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