32 Folk Dancing Series
Series of four folk dancing programs representing the following cultures: Finnish, Irish, German and Norwegian were held at the Pine County History Museum in Askov, MN.
122 participated
Participants will learn about the similarities and differences between the four cultural dances presented, They will have a 45 minute period at each weekly program to learn a specific folk dance followed by another 45 minute session to practice the folk dance with the folk music; thus learning a new folk dance and having the opportunity to practice what they have learned while dancing to the appropriate folk music.
Survey comments included: The group learned and studied Pine county before performing - very smart; Wonderful connection to Pine County that I didn't know beforehand!; Loved it! Reminded me of my grandpa and his music from Norway; Very nice! Important to keep these songs alive!
East Central Regional Library, Pine County History Museum, Pine County History Society