Modern dance group at John Muir School, circa 1927

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Modern dance group at John Muir School, circa 1927

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By the 1920s, modern dance had reached Seattle's John Muir School. Modern dancers often wore clothing based on ancient Greek sculpture and danced with flowing lengths of fabric. In this photo, taken around 1927, several girls give a modern dance performance at John Muir School.

Webster & Stevens number: 122145

ID Number: 1983.10.743

Date: Circa 1927

Creator(s): Webster & Stevens, Photographer

Physical Description: 1 nitrate negative : b&w ; 8 x 10 in.

Credit: MOHAI, PEMCO Webster & Stevens Collection, 1983.10.743

Subjects: Performing Arts and Music, Education