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Members of the Womens Union in Fall River, Massachusetts, folk dancing together. Photograph by Lewis Hine, 1916
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Members of the Womens Union in Fall River, Massachusetts, folk dancing together. Photograph by Lewis Hine, 1916
HINE: FOLK DANCING, 1916.
Members of the Womens Union in Fall River, Massachusetts, folk dancing together. Photograph by Lewis Hine, 1916
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1916 Carefree Dance Dancing Dress Fall River Folk Hairstyle Hine Labor Leisure Lewis Massachusetts Party Recreation Union Wickes Working Class Young
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In this sepia-toned photograph taken by Lewis Hine in 1916, we are transported back to a time of carefree leisure and joyful celebration. The image showcases members of the Women's Union in Fall River, Massachusetts, coming together for a lively folk dance. The women, dressed in their early 20th-century attire with elegant hairstyles and bow-adorned dresses, exude an air of excitement as they twirl and sway to the rhythm of the music. Their radiant smiles reflect the camaraderie shared among these working-class individuals who found solace and joy in each other's company. Hine masterfully captures not only the beauty of their movements but also the interior ambiance that surrounds them. The warm lighting highlights every detail within this labor union gathering space, emphasizing its importance as a place for both work and recreation. This photograph serves as a testament to the resilience and strength of these young women who faced daily challenges in their roles as workers while finding moments to celebrate life through dance. It is a snapshot frozen in time that reminds us of the power of unity, community support, and finding happiness amidst even the most demanding circumstances. Granger Art on Demand presents this remarkable piece from their collection without any commercial intentions but rather aims to preserve history through visual storytelling.
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