Person/Organization: Thompson, Jane Nisbet Lawton
Item 48415
Contributed by: Maine Historical Society Date: circa 1880 Location: Kennebunk Media: Metal, tintypes
Item 48447
Seed pearl earrings and brooch, ca. 1865
Contributed by: Maine Historical Society Date: circa 1865 Location: Kennebunk Media: Pearls, abalone, metal
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.