BYU ScholarsArchive

Article Title

Dancing the Buckles off Their Shoes in Pioneer Utah

Authors

Larry V. Shumway

Keywords

Mormon studies, pioneer, dancing, community

Abstract

Endorsed by Mormon leaders as a healthy and uplifting activity, dancing served the important functions of revitalizing the pioneers' spirits and nurturing their sense of community.

Recommended Citation

Shumway, Larry V. (1997) "Dancing the Buckles off Their Shoes in Pioneer Utah," BYU Studies Quarterly: Vol. 37: Iss. 3, Article 2.
Available at: https://scholarsarchive.byu.edu/byusq/vol37/iss3/2