Recalling the spirit of the early 1900’s

Recalling the spirit of the early 1900’s

Travel back 100 years in time with Museums Wellington to discover the fashion, culture and style of The Home Front with April’s Third Thursday event and a special Call to Yarn.

Third Thursday on April 16 at Museum of Wellington City & Sea celebrates the fashion, makeup, hairstyles and music of the early 1900’s to 1920’s.

“We’re going 100 years back in time with interactive talks, live models and demonstrations to really bring the Home Front to life.” said Rachel Ingram, Head of Learning and Programmes.

Textile Historian Leimomi Oakes will discuss how the war influenced the fashion of the time and the challenges of clothing yourself during World War I. Clothing from the era made by Leimomi and provided by sponsors The Costume Cave will be modelled and available for closer inspection during the talk.

For those wanting to achieve the romantic Edwardian or iconic flapper look, WelTec hair and makeup graduates will demonstrate how to achieve the perfect look from the 1910’s and 20’s, with a talk from Head Tutor Dany Pike.

Pianist Dayle Jellyman will perform at 5.00pm and 6.30pm, performing popular music from the period.

Guests are encouraged to dress in period-style clothing. Spot prizes are up for grabs for attendees both in costume and not, donated by Unichem Perham Pharmacy.

Third Thursday: The Home Front
April 16 5pm – 8:30pm
Museum of Wellington City & Sea
Entry by koha; no booking required.

Meanwhile on Sunday 19 April, Colonial Cottage Museum is calling Wellington to yarn, to help create handmade poppies to adorn a memorial dress for those Kiwis lost in conflict or war.

Crafters and non-crafters alike are invited to join forces, with materials kindly donated to the Museum by our sponsors, Nancy’s Embroidery.

“You don’t need to be good with a needle or a hook to get involved. We’ll have many talented people on site to help you contribute to this unique piece” says Rachel Ingram, Head of Learning and Programmes.

The dress, which will be assembled by fashion textile artist Anna Hicks, will be displayed at Colonial Cottage Museum, Museum of Wellington City and Sea and Nancy’s Embroidery before being auctioned off, with all proceeds donated to Wellington RSA.

Colonial Cottage Museum’s Call to yarn starts at 1pm on Sunday 19 April, and finishes at 4pm. Anzac biscuits and tea is available for a gold coin donation.

This is the fourth and final Call to yarn event at Colonial Cottage Museum.

A Call to Yarn
April 19, 1pm - 4pm
Colonial Cottage
Entry by koha; no booking required

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