Events

Outfit of the Month Fashion Talk

Learn the story of a well-travelled 1861 wedding dress that originated in Gibraltar.
Fri, 31 Jan, 2025
12:15 pm
– 1:00 pm
Koha
Whanganui Regional Museum

Events

Outfit of the Month Fashion Talk

Event Ended: Fri, 31 Jan, 2025

Learn the story of a well-travelled 1861 wedding dress that originated in Gibraltar.
Fri, 31 Jan, 2025
12:15 pm
– 1:00 pm
Koha
Whanganui Regional Museum

Discover the story of a wedding dress with a rich history!

Olivia Costa wore a striking gown when she married Irish-born soldier William Wallace in Gibraltar in 1861. Join us to learn how this treasured family heirloom found its way to Whanganui. Pou Tiaki/Collections & Curatorial Lead, Trish Nugent-Lyne will host a special fashion talk.

No need to book. Admission is free. Koha for the Museum is always appreciated.