The Vanishing Holiday, Twelfth Night: Origins and American Traditions

Sat Jan 03 2026 at 11:00 am to 12:00 pm UTC-05:00

The President James K. Polk State Historic Site | Pineville

The President James K. Polk State Historic Site
Publisher/HostThe President James K. Polk State Historic Site
The Vanishing Holiday, Twelfth Night: Origins and American Traditions
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Once the annual peak of parties, gift giving and weddings, Twelfth Night was gradually absorbed and squeezed out during the 19th century.
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Once the annual peak of parties, gift giving and weddings, Twelfth Night was gradually absorbed and squeezed out during the 19th century. Join Dr. Hugh Dussek, Professor of History and the History and Geography Department Chair at Central Piedmont Community College, as he leads this discussion on the origin and prominence of Twelfth Night from its medieval origins to observances in colonial Carolina.


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The President James K. Polk State Historic Site, 12031 Lancaster Highway, Pineville, United States

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