Receipt for dancing lessons. Mr. Edward Moulton paid James A. Neal $10.00 for teaching two of his daughters dancing for one quarter. Dated August 30, 1826.
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3-3/8 in
Width
8-3/4 in
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Cultural/Historical Context
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Refined young women and men were expected to be accomplished dancers. In larger cities, instructors often established dancing schools. In smaller towns, dancing lessons were often offered by private tutors. According to this receipt, Mr. James Neal charged Mr. Moulton $10.00 for "teaching two of your daughters one quarter in the accomplishment of Dancing."
