Dress Construction Viewing

Wed Apr 10, 2024 - Wed May 8, 2024
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Repeating every 2 weeks — Wednesdays through May 8, 2024.
Also on April 10, 2024; April 24, 2024; May 8, 2024.
1:00pm to 5:00pm ET
Age: All ages w/ parents
Price: Free
Location:
Westport Museum for History and Culture
203-222-1424
25 Avery Place, Westport, CT, 06880
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Ever wanted to know how a dress from your favorite period drama was made? Have questions about fashion from the past? Join our Director of Programs and Collections, Nicole Carpenter, as she creates a reproduction gown based on 18th century examples and techniques.

Visitors are encouraged to ask questions about the process of creating a gown, the history of mantua-makers or dress makers, and the Museum’s textile collection. Visitors can also try textile art objects like a spinning wheel, loom, and embroidery hoops for themselves. 

This gown will be displayed and worn during our Colonial Field Day. 

** Activity dates/times are subject to change. Please click through to the activity website to verify.