Doncaster’s Green Oak Morris team celebrate 50 years with new exhibition
Doncaster’s Green Oak Morris have opened an exhibition at the Danum Gallery Library andMuseum to mark their 50th anniversary.
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The exhibition, called ‘Steps, Sticks and Swords: The Story of Doncaster’s Morris Men’, invites visitors to explore the fascinating history of morris dancing and related English traditions.
Some of the items on display include a five foot dragon puppet, a Victorian top hat, a longsword used for Yorkshire sword dancing, and a ‘tatter jacket’ worn for wassailing.
The exhibition is suitable for all ages and includes an area for kids to dress-up as morris dancers!
This free exhibition runs Saturday 20 January to Saturday 24th February.
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