Society for Creative Anachronism draws student attention

A new look or style will generally gather little attention on the UA Mall, but a man dressed in medieval garb, cracking two whips next to belly dancers tends to draw a crowd.

This scene was part of an exhibition put on Sept. 8 by the College of St. Felix, the University of Arizona chapter of the Society for Creative Anachronism (SCA). The group recreates pre-17th century European history.

Unlike some other historical reenactment groups, the SCA focuses on all aspects of medieval life.

"It's not just the reenactment of battles," said Curt Booth, hospitallar - or events coordinator - for the group. "It's the reenactment of history itself."