Lafayette Ball and Levee 2024
Saturday, August 31, 2024
7:00-10:00 pm
Hamilton Hall, Salem MA
$55 per person
Fifty years after the American Revolution, the United States invited the Marquis de Lafayette to return and admire the success of their Great Experiment. On August 31, 1824, his tour brought him to Salem’s Hamilton Hall.
On August 31, 2024, join the Commonwealth Vintage Dancers for a recreation of an 1824 ball to mark the 200th anniversary of this occasion. Learn historically accurate dancing, enjoy marvelous period music played live, and indulge in delicious refreshments in a glittering ballroom. Sip sparkling cider as we raise a toast to the return of the Marquis de Lafayette and to the memory of Alexander Hamilton.
To create the most immersive environment, all participants are required to wear high quality costume from the period of 1800-1825. All dances will be taught and highly participatory. Prepare yourself to be part of the magic of this event.
Tickets are on sale now!
$55 per person
FURTHER INFORMATION:
COVID precautions for 2024:
To protect our community, please do not attend if you are exibiting signs of illness on the day of the event. We will not be checking vaccine cards, but we ask that all attendees make sure they are fully vaccinated at the time of the event for their own safety and as a courtesy to others. While we are no longer requiring masks for participation, anyone who chooses to mask is welcome.
Required costume:
To create the most immersive environment, all participants are required to wear high quality costume from the period of 1800-1825. Hamilton Hall does not have air conditioning – so the room may be very warm. Please make clothing choices accordingly.
For more information:
Please refer to our FAQ page for general information about our policies (including ticket transfers) and dancing philosophy.
What if I have more questions?
Contact us!
Write an email to Query@VintageDancers.org. or leave a voice-mail at 781-350-3399, and we’ll get back to you.