Sigma Gamma Rho, Debutante Ball, undated

Source
General Photographs Collection
Creator
Unknown
Title
Sigma Gamma Rho, Debutante Ball, undated
Date
c. 1960
Description
Photograph of a debutante presentation ceremony hosted by Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, circa 1960. Young African American debutantes in formal gowns are seated in the foreground holding bouquets, while their escorts stand behind them in tuxedos and white gloves. The ceremony takes place before a large audience, reflecting the pageantry, mentorship, and community celebration associated with debutante traditions within African American social and civic organizations.
Type
Image
Subject
African American women
African American teenage girls
Debutantes
Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority
Debutante balls
African American social traditions
Formal dress
Format
8 × 10 inch black-and-white photographic print.
Rights
This image is made available for research and educational use. Reproduction or publication requires permission from the Auburn Avenue Research Library on African American Culture and History.
Rights Holder
Auburn Avenue Research Library on African American Culture and History, Fulton County Library System
Item sets
Adornment & Opulence
Media
SG Rho Deb Ball, c1960 (Gen Photos).jpeg

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1960s African American Girls Teen Girls Debutantes Social Events Soft Black Girl Softness Sigma Gamma Rho Evening Gowns Cotillions Dresses

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