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Visit an 18th Century Millinery Shop
April 24, 2026
A pop-up shop led by Emily Stringham at Brookside Museum
Public Program Details
Join us for an immersive and educational shopping experience to learn about clothing and accessories of the 1770s. Speak with milliners to find out what life was like for women in this trade, how the most fashionable designs were shared, and where the supplies were sourced. Learn who in this region might have owned similar items during the time of the American Revolution.
Items from At the Sign of the Golden Scissors will be available to purchase in this pop-up shop, including caps, bonnets, ribbon, accessories, patterns, & kits.
- Date:
April 24, 2026
- Event Time:
6:30pm – 8:00pm
- Registration:
This event is open to the public, free to attend, and registration is not required.
- Location:
Brookside Museum, 21 Fairground Avenue, Ballston Spa, NY 12020
UPCOMING EVENTS
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Visit an 18th Century Millinery Shop
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5th Annual Turning Point & Women in War Symposium
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Turning Point Festival 2026
Stillwater Family Day 2026
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