Southeastern Region Mini-Meeting
Tours of James Madison’s Montpelier and
The Exhibition: Dolley Madison’s Life Through Fashion: Dressing the Part
Plus
A Special Program with Collector Mary D. Doering
At
James Madison’s Montpelier
Montpelier Station, VA 22957
On
Saturday, November 12, 2011, 11:00AM to 4:00PM
Join us for a tour of Montpelier, James Madison’s Virginia home that recently underwent a major restoration, and a tour of the exhibit, Dolley Madison’s Life Through Fashion: Dressing the Part. CSA Southeast Region members, exhibit curator Mary D. Doering and Colleen Callahan, who over saw the exhibit installation, will conduct the exhibition tour. This exhibition features eight richly detailed gowns made for Dolley Madison: America’s First Lady, part of the PBS “American Experience” television series. Included in the exhibit is a video clip showing how the costumes were created using historic fashion research and costume sketches. The exhibit is on display in the mansion’s second floor until April 2012.
After lunch, a Montpelier staff member will present a short overview about Dolley Madison’s life and importance in the new nation. Then Mary will show garments of the 1800-1825 period from her collection and talk about how fashionable ladies of Dolley Madison’s era got dressed—including the necessary underpinnings and the clothing worn for informal day activities, afternoon events, receptions and attire for elegant evening occasions.
To participate, please complete and return attendance form by October 28, 2011.
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