Kehl School of Dance records
Abstract
This Madison, Wisconsin dance school was founded by dancer Frederick W. Kehl in 1880. Kehl's Dancing Academy introduced thousands to the art of dance throughout Wisconsin, and the school is currently in its 4th generation of dancers and dance teachers from the Kehl family. Records include dance routines created by Leo Kehl and others, programs, photographs, school records, and information about Leo Kehl and Edna Christensen's involvement with the Chicago National Association of Dance Masters.
Dates
- Creation: 1920s-2011
Creator
- Kehl School of Dance (Organization)
Language
Materials are in English.
Conditions Governing Access
This material is unprocessed and is available by appointment only. Please contact reference@newberry.org at least 5 business days in advance to request an appointment.
Extent
4 Linear Feet (4 cartons and loose materials)
Location
3a 53 5
Source
- Janus, Jo Jean Kehl (Donor, Person)
Subject
- Kiel family (Family)
- Kehl, Leo T. (Person)
- Christensen, Edna (Person)
- Chicago National Association of Dance Masters (Organization)
- Title
- Kehl School of Dance records, 1920s-2011
- Status
- Unprocessed
- Language of description
- English
- Script of description
- Latin
Repository Details
Part of the The Newberry Library - Modern Manuscripts and Archives Repository
60 West Walton Street
Chicago Illinois 60610 United States
312-255-3512
reference@newberry.org