Person/Organization: Southgate, Mary King
Item 48377
Mary King Southgate, Scarborough, ca. 1870
Contributed by: Maine Historical Society Date: circa 1870 Media: Paint on cardboard, carte de visite, photograph
Item 31239
Deed from Robert Southgate to Samuel Coolbroth, May 5, 1822
Contributed by: Scarborough Historical Society & Museum Date: 1822-04-22 Location: Scarborough Media: Ink on paper
Exhibit
Dressing Up, Standing Out, Fitting In
Adorning oneself to look one's "best" has varied over time, gender, economic class, and by event. Adornments suggest one's sense of identity and one's intent to stand out or fit in.
