Date: 1888

Title: First J-Hop grand ball held

Description:

Michigan State University's first Junior Hop (J-Hop) was held at the Governor's Guard Armory, Lansing, in February 1888.

Once each February, the Junior class held a grand ball known as the J-Hop. Dress was formal and attendance at the J-Hop was very expensive. Those unable to afford tickets could watch the dancing from an upper balcony. In many respects, the J-hop was the campus social event of the year.

The evening began with a large banquet followed by toasts with non-alcoholic beverages. Next was the Grand March, a procession to the dance floor, with a pause for a photograph.