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As of Saturday, March 14 the John Brown House Museum, Museum of Work & Culture, Aldrich House, and Mary Elizabeth Robinson Research Center will be temporarily closed until further notice. All programs and events have been moved to virtual formats, postponed, or canceled. Please see our events calendar for updates. Thank you for your understanding.

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"fashion"

Jul 9, 2018
  • 1950s
  • fashion
  • Politics
  • rhode island

Lola's Ball Gown

Lola Elda Del Sesto (Farrone) was born on November 01, 1909, she was the wife of Rhode Island governor Christopher … Continue reading Lola's Ball Gown

Mar 3, 2016
  • #ShoeStories
  • 18th century
  • 19th century
  • 20th century
  • costume
  • fashion
  • john brown house museum
  • style
  • textiles

Best Foot Forward

These delightful little slippers were worn by Frances Mary Eldredge of Brooklyn, Connecticut at her marriage to Dr. Daniel Lyman … Continue reading Best Foot Forward

Jan 24, 2013
  • 18th century
  • breeches
  • broadcloth
  • clothing
  • costume
  • costume collection
  • fashion
  • frock coat
  • henry cooke
  • museum collections
  • research visit
  • rihs
  • suit
  • waistcoat

Object Thursday: In the Pocket

On January 8th, I had the pleasure of spending the whole day with collections researchers. This is not as common … Continue reading Object Thursday: In the Pocket

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