Person/Organization: Young, John
Item 35011
John and Sarah Williams Young, Hallowell, ca. 1864
Contributed by: Maine Historical Society Date: circa 1864 Location: Hallowell Media: Ambrotype
Item 135927
Appendix to the American Agent’s Memorial, Treaty of Ghent, 1817
Contributed by: Maine Historical Society Date: 1695–1817 Location: Boston 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.