Recognizing 30 years of polka as Wisconsin’s state dance

Written By Stacy Harbaugh

A Governor's proclamation honoring the 30th anniversary of polka officially becoming Wisconsin's state dance? Yep. We did that.

Big thanks to Governor Tony Evers for signing a proclamation recognizing the history and importance of this lively dance to our state's culture and heritage. Oompah!

DJ Shotski stands with Governor Tony Evers to accept a proclamation recognizing April 21 as Wisconsin Polka Day. The proclamation honors the 30th anniversary of the enrollment of the state law that made polka Wisconsin’s state dance.

Proclamation recognizing the history of polka in Wisconsin and declaring April 21 as Wisconsin Polka Day
Stacy Harbaugh
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