Short essay on this dance. Also mentions conjunto music.

Directories of polka organizations in Arizona and of polka bands that play in the state, listing of festivals.

The official state dance in Wisconsin: its place in social life and culture. Also one way to dance the polka. Very generous, considering the webmaster is one of the few Wisconsinites who doesn't polka.

The rise of this dance related to the redowa and the schottische. Important people and places in its early popularization, some early sheet music titles, names of some popular polkas.

Story of the origins and early spread of this popular dance, by Lori Heikkila.

Two easy methods, with diagrams.

Personal page of a couple from Houston who love to dance, especially polka and Cajun. A history of polka, and polka in Texas. Includes information on organizations, radio, bands, likely opportunities for dancing in the state.

Description of the polka by Henri Cellarius, written in 1858.

Essay points out that the polka, while popular among Polish-Americans, is not really a Polish dance like the polonaise or mazurka. Several photos. Includes bibliography.

Book review. Recommends this study of the polka in America to all fans of the polka.

Diagram and instructions for basic polka step.

The town of Kostelec nad Labem claims to be the birthplace of the polka.

Brief history, links, explanation of "polka dots."

Quotes about the polka and passion.

Theresa, a middle-school student from Wisconsin, gives tips on polka dancing for beginners.