This is a rare original program from the 19th Annual National Folk Festival, held April 8-11, 1953, at the Kiel Auditorium in St. Louis, Missouri. Presented by the St. Louis Globe-Democrat, this historical document details the full schedule of performances, including various folk music, dances, and cultural presentations from across the United States. Categories include Mouth Harp-Jew's Harp Tunes, Negro Spirituals, Folk Songs and Tales, Irish Dances, Sea Chanters, Fiddle Tunes, Ozark and Old Time Clog Dances, Indian Music and Dances, Western Dances, English Country Dances, Shenandoah Valley Folk Songs, English Morris and Sword Dances, French Folk Songs, Scandinavian Dances, Ozark Folk Songs, German Folk Dances, Lithuanian Dances, Purim Festival Dance, Hobo Songs, New England Contradances, and Folk Dancing. A fantastic piece of American cultural history, perfect for collectors of Americana, folk art, music history, and St. Louis memorabilia. The program appears to be in good vintage condition, consistent with its age. Please refer to the images for detailed condition.