Dances of the Fur Trade
In the early 19th century, dance was a favourite activity of rich and poor alike. Dance in the Fur Trade came from many cultural influences. Below you'll find instructional videos on they type of dances that David Thompson and the Voyageurs of the North West Company would have been doing in 1811.
On the Thompson Brigade we will be happy to teach brigade members and communities how to perform these fun and energetic dances, but feel free to watch these videos to start learning early. Please enjoy!
"... we have been dancing last night and nothing further was done ... " ~ William McGillivray Chief Director of the North West Company 1816.
On the Thompson Brigade we will be happy to teach brigade members and communities how to perform these fun and energetic dances, but feel free to watch these videos to start learning early. Please enjoy!
"... we have been dancing last night and nothing further was done ... " ~ William McGillivray Chief Director of the North West Company 1816.