Wisconsin Dance Council Records, 1965-1976

Biography/History

The Wisconsin Council of Dance was formed in 1966. Its purpose is to promote the art of dance. The Council encourages the formation of local dance councils, sets up workshops for those interested in teaching dance, and plans tours for dancing. It also helped initiate the first state teaching certification for dance in public and private schools, which was approved by the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction in 1972.