What is the history of presenting debutantes in Savannah?

Winter remains time of the Christmas debutante cotillion, where young ladies from affluent, pedigreed families are presented and introduced to society ... Telfair Museum Ball (usually in February), and Georgia Historical Society Gala (February 18, 2017) are high profile, high society events in Savannah, GA. read more

The Savannah Debutante Cotillion is the oldest in the United States. In order to be a debutante in Savannah, the father must be a member of the Cotillion. To be a member of the Cotillion he must have proved his Old South lineage. read more

Debutante Balls are traditionally a ball held in which 17-19 year-old girls from high society or traditional families in a city are presented to society. They are presented by their families alongside male escorts, and it is a time in which the girls are expected to make lasting memories and friendships. read more