Name/Title
George Washington Day Minuet DressEntry/Object ID
2022.557Description
A costume dress worn by a student playing the role of a lady in the George Washington Day Celebration. Students played either a solider, a sailor, or a lady or gentleman. Ladies and gentlemen performed a minuet.Context
The George Washington Day Celebration was a tradition that began at Belmont College for Young Women, developed into a costume ball and dance at Ward-Belmont, and was transferred to Harpeth Hall, where it continued as a special all-school program performed by Middle School students until 2020.Collection
Harpeth Hall School ArchivesLexicon
Search Terms
George Washington Day, Harpeth Hall, Costume, Dress
