History

The Rancho Folclorico of the Portuguese Social club began in 1991, a not-for-profit organization, focusing on preserving out tradition and culture. In the 16 years of celebration, the group has had the pleasure of performing in Portugal, New York, New Jersey, California, and throughout New England. The group is composed of about 50 members between the ages of 5 and 70. Each dancer is dressed with a unique costume that portrays the traditional dress of a certain region in Portugal, Azores, and Madeira.

The members volunteer their time to help continue their culture, in return, they hope to have the opportunity to visit and perform in other areas. During the performance in Portugal, the group visited many historical places, visited families and enjoyed the Portuguese culture. The Villages that the group visited, the residents welcomed the group with joy and happiness. It was an experience that most people would never have the opportunity to experience. These memories, and the million others that we have made as a group, are what keeps us together as a family. For these reasons, we continue our traditions and we hope one day they are passed to generations to come.