Board Members Rossmary Palma and Milagros Parodi performed the Marinera Nortena at the 2022 Charlotte Peruvian Festival. The Marinera Nortena is one of Peru’s most known traditional dances, which originated from the Zamacueca, a popular dance among African slaves brought to Peru in the 16th century. It is characterized by a combination of graceful movements, and the use of handkerchiefs as props.