“Dressing Manifest Destiny” Gallery Talk

On Saturday November 13^th at 2pm, at the Newport Historical Society headquarters (82 Touro Street) in the restored Seventh Day Baptist Meeting House, hear about the origins of today’s formal men’s clothing in the early 19^th century during a gallery talk from Dressing Manifest Destiny’s guest curator Matthew Keagle.

Using specific examples from the Newport Historical Society’s collections, Keagle will discuss the history of men’s dress starting with the late 18^th century, how it changed in the early 19^th century and ultimately how formalwear transitioned to reflect a version of the dress pants and suits that are worn today. He will also share his research on Newport’s contribution to the clothing industry. The hour-long program will conclude with a Q&A session. Admission costs $5 per person, $1 for Newport Historical Society members.