The Three Historical Krewes
Within Springtime Tallahassee there are Krewes, each represent the three historical time periods of our state’s history: Spanish (1528-1821), War and Reconstruction (1821-1900), and 20th Century & Beyond (1901-Present). Each Krewe elects a Krewe Chief and other officers it deems necessary. Throughout the year, each Krewe meets monthly. The Krewe develops a closeness and camaraderie among members. Each Krewe is responsible for organizing one of the major parties held throughout the year. Every year the Krewes rotate the parties for which they are responsible.
Each Krewe has studied its historical period and has developed representative costumes of the era.
Krewe costumes are customarily worn at the Governor’s Ball in January, where a dramatic presentation commemorating Florida’s first governor’s, Andrew Jackson, victory at the Battle of New Orleans is conducted, and during the festival weekend at the Springtime Tallahassee Grand Parade.
