These trophies and tiaras are the result of dedication, perseverance, and hard work. Suzanne earned these awards through belly dancing competitions in her local area of San Antonio, Texas, as well as places like Savannah, Georgia, and St. Augustine, Florida. They remain relevant today as she still practices her craft every day while instructing others. She humbly admits that before any of the award winners were even announced at these competitions, she already knew she had won. Since the day she discovered the art of belly dancing, much like her favorite competition memory, Suzanne knew she won.
Listen to Suzanne’s story in her own words:
This object is part of the “Personal Growth” section of the Artifacts of Experience exhibition designed by University of Cincinnati students in the “Introduction to Public History” course in 2023.
We encourage you to explore the other objects in our collection.