Learn the Contra Dance ID: 3178 | This file appears in: Everett Road Covered Bridge The contra dance originated in the British Isles and arrived in the Cuyahoga Valley via settlers from Connecticut, New Hampshire, and New York. Similar to a square dance, couples face each other in two lines and follow the directions of the caller. Photo courtesy of the National Park Service. Download Original File "Learn the Contra Dance" appears in: Everett Road Covered Bridge