The BEALL MANSION
407 East 12th Street
Alton, Illinois 62002-7230 USA
Greater St. Louis MO
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Origin of Bridal Showers

The bridal shower is a custom that came about when a father disapproved of his daughter's marriage and refused to provide a dowry to the couple. The shower became the alternative to the dowry. Supportive villagers would assemble and provide the bride a variety of household items for her new home.

Bridal showers were meant to strengthen the ties between the bride and her friends, provide her moral support, and help her prepare for her marriage. Gift giving dates from the 1890's.

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