Objects - Costumes and Accessories

The costume collection ranges from 18th-century undergarments to modern face masks. It includes clothing at the height of fashion, and work clothes mended and patched until almost nothing remained.

Academic Hood
Name/Title
Academic Hood
Lexicon
Description
Academic hood. The outer fabric is black, and the lining is copper with a white stripe. The opening edge is bound with gold-colored velvet.
Acquisition
1950.17
Relationships
Ridlon, John Frederick (1852-1936)
Person or Organization
Materials
Nylon
Entry/Object ID
1950.17
Context
Worn by orthopedic surgeon, Doctor John Ridlon, upon receiving an honorary doctorate degree from Tufts University.
Academic Hood
Name/Title
Academic Hood
Lexicon
Description
Academic hood. The outer fabric is grey, and the lining is grey with a yellow stripe. The lining has discolored to pink toward the bottom. The opening edge is bound with purple velvet.
Acquisition
1971.47
Relationships
Prouty, Winston Lewis (1906-1971), Lafayette College
Made/Created
1966
Materials
Nylon
Entry/Object ID
1971.47.2
Context
Worn by Senator Winston Lewis Prouty when Lafayette College conferred on him the honorary degree of Doctor of Laws, June 3, 1966.
Academic Hood
Name/Title
Academic Hood
Lexicon
Description
Academic hood. The outer fabric is black, and the lining is orange. The opening edge is bound with black velvet.
Use
Warren R. Austin
Acquisition
1975.14
Relationships
Austin, Warren Robinson (1877-1962), Syracuse University
Made/Created
1951
Entry/Object ID
1975.14.1
Context
Worn by Warren R. Austin upon receiving an honorary degree at Syracuse University in 1951.
Academic Hood
Name/Title
Academic Hood
Lexicon
Description
Academic hood. The outer fabric is black, and the lining is orange with a black stripe. The opening edge is bound with purple velvet.
Acquisition
1975.14
Relationships
Austin, Warren Robinson (1877-1962)
Person or Organization
Made/Created
1951
Entry/Object ID
1975.14.2
Context
Worn by Warren R. Austin upon receiving an honorary degree at Syracuse University in 1951.
Academic Hood
Name/Title
Academic Hood
Lexicon
Description
Academic hood. The outer fabric is black, and the lining is red with a white stripe. The opening edge is bound with purple velvet.
Acquisition
1975.14
Relationships
Austin, Warren Robinson (1877-1962)
Person or Organization
Entry/Object ID
1975.14.3
Context
Worn by Warren R. Austin upon receiving an honorary degree at Boston University.
Academic Hood
Name/Title
Academic Hood
Lexicon
Description
Academic hood. The outer fabric is black, and the lining is silver with a blue stripe. The opening edge is bound with black velvet.
Acquisition
1975.14
Relationships
Austin, Warren Robinson (1877-1962)
Person or Organization
Made/Created
1951
Entry/Object ID
1975.14.4
Context
Worn by Warren R. Austin upon receiving an honorary degree at Georgetown University in 1951.
Academic Hood
Name/Title
Academic Hood
Lexicon
Description
Academic hood. The outer fabric is black, and the lining is green with a silverstripe. The opening edge is bound with purple velvet.
Acquisition
1975.14
Relationships
Austin, Warren Robinson (1877-1962)
Person or Organization
Made/Created
1951
Entry/Object ID
1975.14.5
Context
Worn by Warren R. Austin upon receiving an honorary doctoral degree at Tulane University in 1951.
Academic Hood
Name/Title
Academic Hood
Lexicon
Description
Academic hood. The outer fabric is black, and the lining is brown with a white stripe. The opening edge is bound with purple velvet.
Acquisition
1975.14
Relationships
Austin, Warren Robinson (1877-1962)
Person or Organization
Made/Created
1947
Entry/Object ID
1975.14.6
Context
Worn by Warren R. Austin upon receiving an honorary doctoral degree at Lafayette College in 1947.
Academic Hood
Name/Title
Academic Hood
Lexicon
Description
Academic hood. The outer fabric is black, and the lining is red. The opening edge is bound with purple velvet.
Acquisition
1975.14
Relationships
Austin, Warren Robinson (1877-1962)
Person or Organization
Entry/Object ID
1975.14.7
Context
Worn by Warren R. Austin upon receiving an honorary degree.
Academic Hood
Name/Title
Academic Hood
Lexicon
Description
Academic hood. The outer fabric is black, and the lining is purple with a yellow velvet stripe. The opening edge is bound with purple velvet.
Acquisition
1975.14
Relationships
Austin, Warren Robinson (1877-1962)
Person or Organization
Entry/Object ID
1975.14.8
Context
Worn by Warren R. Austin upon receiving an honorary degree.
Academic Hood
Name/Title
Academic Hood
Lexicon
Description
Academic hood. The outer fabric is black, and the lining is blue with a white stripe. The opening edge is bound with purple velvet.
Acquisition
1975.14
Relationships
Austin, Warren Robinson (1877-1962)
Person or Organization
Entry/Object ID
1975.14.9
Context
Worn by Warren R. Austin upon receiving an honorary doctoral degree.
Academic Hood
Name/Title
Academic Hood
Lexicon
Description
Academic hood. The outer fabric is black, and the lining is brown with a yellow stripe. The opening edge is bound with purple velvet.
Acquisition
1975.14
Relationships
Austin, Warren Robinson (1877-1962)
Person or Organization
Entry/Object ID
1975.14.10
Context
Worn by Warren R. Austin upon receiving an honorary degree.
Academic Hood
Name/Title
Academic Hood
Lexicon
Description
Academic hood. The outer fabric is black, and the lining is green with a yellow stripe. The opening edge is bound with purple velvet.
Acquisition
1975.14
Relationships
Austin, Warren Robinson (1877-1962)
Person or Organization
Entry/Object ID
1975.14.11
Context
Worn by Warren R. Austin upon receiving an honorary degree.
Academic Hood
Name/Title
Academic Hood
Lexicon
Description
Academic hood. The outer fabric is black, and the lining is green. The opening edge is bound with purple velvet.
Acquisition
1975.14
Relationships
Austin, Warren Robinson (1877-1962)
Person or Organization
Entry/Object ID
1975.14.12
Context
Worn by Warren R. Austin upon receiving an honorary degree.
Academic Hood
Name/Title
Academic Hood
Lexicon
Description
Academic hood. The outer fabric is black, and the lining is pink with a yellow stripe. The opening edge is bound with purple velvet.
Acquisition
1975.14
Relationships
Austin, Warren Robinson (1877-1962)
Person or Organization
Entry/Object ID
1975.14.13
Context
Worn by Warren R. Austin upon receiving an honorary degree.
Academic Hood
Name/Title
Academic Hood
Lexicon
Description
Academic hood. The outer fabric is black, and the lining is blue, white, and red.. The opening edge is bound with purple velvet.
Acquisition
1975.14
Relationships
Austin, Warren Robinson (1877-1962)
Person or Organization
Entry/Object ID
1975.14.14
Context
Worn by Warren R. Austin upon receiving an honorary degree.
Academic Hood
Name/Title
Academic Hood
Lexicon
Description
Academic hood. The outer fabric is black, and the lining is light blue with a white stripe. The opening edge is bound with purple velvet.
Acquisition
1975.14
Relationships
Austin, Warren Robinson (1877-1962)
Person or Organization
Entry/Object ID
1975.14.15
Context
Worn by Warren R. Austin upon receiving an honorary degree.
Academic Hood
Name/Title
Academic Hood
Lexicon
Description
Academic hood. The outer fabric is black, and the lining is green with a yellow stripe. The opening edge is bound with blue velvet.
Acquisition
1975.14
Relationships
Austin, Warren Robinson (1877-1962), University of Vermont
Entry/Object ID
1975.14.16
Context
Worn by Warren R. Austin upon receiving a Bachelor of Philosophy degree from the University of Vermont.
Academic Hood
Name/Title
Academic Hood
Lexicon
Description
Academic hood. The outer fabric is black, and the lining is green with a yellow stripe. The opening edge is bound with yellow velvet.
Acquisition
1975.14
Relationships
Austin, Warren Robinson (1877-1962)
Person or Organization
Entry/Object ID
1975.14.17
Context
Worn by Warren R. Austin upon receiving a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Vermont.
Academic Hood
Name/Title
Academic Hood
Lexicon
Description
Academic hood. The outer fabric is black, and the lining is purple with a white stripe. The opening edge is bound with purple velvet.
Acquisition
1971.47
Relationships
Prouty, Winston Lewis (1906-1971), University of Vermont
Place
Burlington
City
Chittenden County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
1969
Materials
Nylon
Entry/Object ID
1971.47.1
Context
Worn by Senator Winston Lewis Prouty when the University of Vermont conferred an honorary Doctor of Laws Degree on him May 18, 1969.
Apron
Name/Title
Apron
Lexicon
Description
White kid letter Masonic apron edged with red silk. The apron has an upper flap onto which is painted in gold the all-seeing eye with rays radiating outward in all directions. On the main body, all painted in gold, are: the words, "HOLINESS TO THE LORD."; the ark of the covenant; the letter G within a triangle; a smoking urn.
Acquisition
1983.24
Relationships
Freemasons
Person or Organization
Place
Windsor County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
1815-1825
Dimensions
Overall
Materials
Leather, Silk, Gold, Ink
Entry/Object ID
1983.24.1
Apron
Name/Title
Apron
Lexicon
Description
Blue checked cotton apron. The check design is woven into the fabric and is 4 yarns by 4 yarns. The apron consists of a long rectangular piece of fabric gathered into a narrow waistband that extends outward to a tie.
Acquisition
1984.6
Relationships
Place
Windsor Prison
Building
Windsor
Town
Windsor County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
Dimensions
Overall
Materials
Cotton
Entry/Object ID
1984.6.2
Context
Made from cloth woven at the Vermont State Prison in Windsor.
Apron
Name/Title
Apron
Lexicon
Description
White cotton apron or overskirt. It is decorated round the bottom with diamond-shaped lace inserts.
Acquisition
1963.26
Relationships
Prouty, Henrietta Allen (1865-1929)
Person or Organization
Place
Newport
City
Orleans County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
1913-1914
Materials
Cotton
Entry/Object ID
1963.26.1b
Context
Worn by Henrietta Allen Prouty in Newport, Vermont.
Apron
Interpretative Labels
Masonic Apron, c. 1830 Owned by Albert D. Hager (1817-1888) Reading, Vermont Painted Silk Bequest of Harold G. Rugg, #1960.38 Aprons were worn during Masonic rituals. The mysterious symbols and secret ceremonies conducted by the Masons led many to be suspicious of its members. When Masons appeared to hold a disproportionate number of key public offices and play important roles in community life, non-members saw a conspiracy and viewed the organization as a threat to democracy.
Name/Title
Apron
Lexicon
Description
Silk Masonic apron decorated with watercolor and ink. The apron has a semi-circular flap at the top featuring the symbol of the all-seeing eye. The main body of the apron is painted with a design of two golden pillars topped with globes flanking a checkered floor, a compass and square, sword piercing a book, sword piercing a hear, ladder to space, shining sun, a book on stilts, an ark, a beehive, a sand timer with wings, and a burning urn.
Acquisition
1960.38
Relationships
Hager, Albert David (1817-1888), Freemasons
Place
Reading
Town
Windsor County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
circa 1830
Dimensions
Overall
Entry/Object ID
1960.38
Context
Owned by Albert Hager of Reading Vermont, state geologist.
Web Links and URLs
Apron
Name/Title
Apron
Lexicon
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
Apron
White
Blue
Color
Taffeta
Fabric
Silk
Male
Description
Masonic apron consisting of white interior ground bearing several symbolic Masonic images. The symbols include the all seeing eye, a sun, a moon, the ark, a five-pointed star, a comet, a bush, a scale, the altar of knowledge, an anchor, a coffin, an hourglass, a heart, and various masonry tools. The apron is edged in blue, and the top flap is edged in black.
Acquisition
1957.4
Relationships
Robinson, Lewis (1793-1871), Freemasons
Place
Reading
Town
Windsor County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Dimensions
Overall
Entry/Object ID
1957.4.22
Context
Owned by Lewis Robinson of Reading, VT.
Apron
Name/Title
Apron
Lexicon
Description
"Ladies Cobblers Apron/ with Four Large Pockets/ Hand Made/ Fine Cotton Print Material" in original package, selling for 98 cents. Made in Fairlee, Vt.

Cotton apron in original retail packaging. The fabric of the apron is printed with a brown ground and red, white, and blue rosettes. It is in a clear plastic bag with a cardboard label stapled to the top. The label has an oval logo that reads, "GENUINE Dolly Madison PRODUCT". A paper card within the package reads, "Ladies Cobblers Apron with Four Large Pockets Hand Made Fine Cotton Print Material".
Acquisition
1989.20
Made/Created
Dolly Madison
Materials
Cotton
Entry/Object ID
1989.20.1
Context
Made in Fairlee, Vermont.
Apron
Name/Title
Apron
Lexicon
Description
Black silk apron with a patch pocket. The apron is gather to a narrow waistband that extends out to a tie. The edges are trimmed with 3 rows of velvet ribbon, and the pocket is decorated with velvet ribbon in both horizontal and vertical lines, making a lattice. There is a tassel on each end of the waist tie.
Acquisition
1986.42
Dimensions
Materials
Silk
Entry/Object ID
1986.42.5
Context
Likely worn by a member of the Gray, Rowland, or Welch families.
Armlet
Name/Title
Armlet
Lexicon
Description
Jeweled adornment consisting of a beaded rope (black glass beads) looped and secured with an intricate knot.
Acquisition
1958.40
Made/Created
1890-1910
Dimensions
Overall
Materials
Glass, Cotton
Entry/Object ID
1958.40.17
Context
Owned by a member of the Keith family.
Artificial Flowers
Name/Title
Artificial Flowers
Lexicon
Description
Sprig of artificial orange blossoms. It consists of green stems and leaves, white buds, and small white flowers.
Acquisition
1966.72
Entry/Object ID
1966.72.16
Context
Used with 1966.72.9a
Athletic Shorts
Name/Title
Athletic Shorts
Lexicon
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
Shorts
Nylon
Elastic
Female
24" waist
Description
Green nylon shorts. The waistline is a length of bound elastic. On the left leg is the word "Montpelier" in white gothic letters above a white oval surrounded by leaves. Within the oval is the handwritten label, "RONDA BALHAM" in green ink. There is a fake seam at the center front of each leg.
Acquisition
2003.16
Relationships
Henry, Ronda A. Balham (b. 1956), Montpelier High School
Place
Montpelier
City
Washington County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
1970-1974
Dimensions
Overall
Entry/Object ID
2003.16.149c
Context
Worn by Ronda Balham as a student at Montpelier High School, Montpelier, Vermont.
Bag
Name/Title
Bag
Lexicon
Description
Large beaded bag. The bag opens at the center top, and the opening edge is bound with white leather. The front has a decorative upper flap. The front flap and front side are decorated in a floral pattern made from glass seed beads in red, pink, orange, yellow, white, clear, blue, and green. The beaded design is stitched on paper, then appliqued to the backing fabric, a black velvet. The edges are decorated with white and clear glass beads, and bound with red ribbon. There is an addition, small pocket hidden beneath the flap. The underside of the flap and the interior of the back are lined with white cotton.
Acquisition
1960.106
Relationships
Place
Cambridge
Town
Lamoille County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Dimensions
Overall
Materials
Silk, Wool, Glass, Cotton
Entry/Object ID
1960.106.3
Band Uniform
Name/Title
Band Uniform
Lexicon
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
Description
Band uniform consisting of a bright blue coat, light blue pants a blue hat, and a black leather belt. The coat has long sleeves, and four front pockets. The flaps of the pockets and the collar are trimmed in yellow piping. The cuffs are trimmed with a light blue ribbon edged in black and gold. The upper left arm has a patch with the inscription, "Barre City Band". The pants are light-blue wool trimmed down the outer sides with black and yellow ribbon. The military style hat has a blue crown with a black leather brim. A gold cord circles the crown. The black leather belt has a square brass buckle.
Acquisition
2003.11
Relationships
Perrin, George Charles (1912-1994)
Person or Organization
Place
Barre City
City
Washington County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
circa 1939
Crown Uniform Company, Inc.
Dimensions
Entry/Object ID
2003.11.1a-b
Context
Worn by George C. Perrin as a member of the Barre City Band in Barre, Vermont
Band Uniform
Name/Title
Band Uniform
Lexicon
Description
Band uniform consisting of a bright blue coat and light blue pants. The coat has long sleeves, and four front pockets. The flaps of the pockets and the collar are trimmed in yellow piping. The cuffs are trimmed with a light blue ribbon edged in black and gold. The upper left arm has a patch with the inscription, "Barre City Band". The pants are light-blue wool trimmed down the outer sides with black and yellow ribbon.
Acquisition
2014.60
Relationships
Place
Barre City
City
Washington County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
circa 1940
Crown Uniform Company, Inc.
Entry/Object ID
2014.60.1266
Context
Worn by a member of the Barre City Band in Barre, Vermont
Baseball Cap
Name/Title
Baseball Cap
Lexicon
Description
This baseball cap is made of Kelly green cotton and features a patch above the brim. The patch is red, green, and white and displays the text "Valceresio Vermont 1997" with the Italian and American flags in the background. Inside the cap, there is a tag that provides information about the fabric content and size, which is measured using the Italian system. On the top of the cap's crown, there is a covered green button, and there are two round metal vents for ventilation. At the back of the cap, there is a plastic strap that allows for adjusting the size.
Acquisition
2004.22
Relationships
,
Made/Created
1997
Dimensions
Overall
Materials
Cotton, Plastic
Entry/Object ID
2004.22.2
Context
Distributed by a group from Varese, Italy, on their visit to Barre, Vermont in 1997.
Baseball Cap
Name/Title
Baseball Cap
Lexicon
Description
Green baseball cap. Positioned at the center front of the cap is a diamond-shaped patch that bears the inscription "STAFF B.S.A." Below this text, a fleur-de-lys, a stylized lily symbol, adds a touch of elegance to the design.
Acquisition
2003.73
Relationships
Phipard, Charles Willard (1916-2002), Boy Scouts of America
Place
Royalton
Town
Windsor County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Materials
Cotton
Entry/Object ID
2003.73.81
Context
Owned by Charles Willard Phipard of Royalton, Vermont
Baseball Cap
Name/Title
Baseball Cap
Lexicon
Description
The baseball cap is made of white cotton and features an imprint of "VERMONT GREEN UP" and its logo in green on the front. The cap's inside tag displays "AD ART AMERICA," and on the reverse side, it reads "PRINTED BY HAND IN VERMONT 802-476-5226." To ensure a proper fit, the cap includes a plastic band in the back for adjusting the size. The brim of the cap extends out 3 inches and has a green facing. It is topstitched using wide stitching.
Acquisition
2001.31
Relationships
Green Up Day
Event
Vermont Green Up, Inc.
Person or Organization
Made/Created
2001
Ad Art America
Dimensions
Overall
Materials
Cotton
Entry/Object ID
2001.31.20
Web Links and URLs
Baseball Cap
Name/Title
Baseball Cap
Lexicon
Description
This baseball cap is made from dark green cotton and prominently displays a stitched logo on the front. The logo features a cow holding a trash bag, symbolizing environmental consciousness. Below the logo, "Green Up Vermont" is stitched in yellow letters, further emphasizing the environmental message. On the right side of the cap, in white lettering, is the stitched text "National Life of Vermont." Across the back of the cap, also in white lettering, is the phrase "Vermont Chamber of Commerce." The cap's visor extends out approximately 2.75 inches. At the back of the cap, there is a cotton band and buckle, allowing for adjustment of the cap's size. Inside the cap, a label reads: "Kati headwear SUPREME One size fits all made in China."
Acquisition
2001.31
Relationships
Green Up Day
Event
Vermont Green Up, Inc., The National Life Group
Made/Created
2001
Kati Headwear
Dimensions
Overall
Materials
Cotton
Entry/Object ID
2001.31.21
Web Links and URLs
Baseball Cap
Name/Title
Baseball Cap
Lexicon
Description
White baseball cap printed in red with the words "BOUYEA FASSETTS THE SUPER CITIES WALK" within the outline of a slice of bread. Above the large label is a banner that reads "FOR MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS". There are three pairs of shoes hanging from the banner. There is a white cord across the brim where it meets the crown.
Acquisition
1999.11
Relationships
Bouyea-Fassetts Bakery Inc., Stasheski, Stephen
Place
East Calais
Village
Calais
Town
Washington County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
circa 1995
Dimensions
Overall
Materials
Cotton
Entry/Object ID
1999.11.4
Context
Owned by Stephen Stasheski of East Calais, Vermont
Baseball Cap
Name/Title
Baseball Cap
Lexicon
Description
Red baseball cap printed in yellow with a round logo consisting of the words "WOOBURY . CABOT . CALAIS . EAST MONTPELIER . TWINFIELD" surrounding an illustration of a tree with the letters "CVLL" in the foliage. A tag inside reads, "twin city KNITTING/ Polyester/ one Size Fits All/ Made in Dominican Republic", and the name "Steve S" is written inside.
Acquisition
1999.11
Relationships
Stasheski, Stephen, Champlain Valley Little League
Place
East Calais
Village
Calais
Town
Washington County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Dimensions
Overall
Materials
Polyester
Entry/Object ID
1999.11.5
Context
Worn by Stephen Stasheski of East Calais, Vermont, while playing Little League.
Baseball Cap
Name/Title
Baseball Cap
Lexicon
Description
Baseball cap with an undyed cotton crown and green visor. The crown is printed at the center front with an illustration of two deer in front of a copse of leafless trees. A tag on the interior reads, "One Size Fits All Made in China". The initials "A H W" are written on the inside in ink. There is a green plastic tag at the center back for adjusting fit. There are 4 eyelets in the crown, stitched with green thread, and a matching green-fabric covered button at the center top. There are 8 rows of topstitching on the visor, following the shape of the edge.
Acquisition
2006.55
Relationships
Camp Maple Knolls
Person or Organization
Place
Northfield
Town
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
1993
Dimensions
Overall
Materials
Cotton
Entry/Object ID
2006.55.1
Context
Distributed at the 1993 reunion of Camp Maple Knolls in Northfield, Vermont.
Baseball Cap
Name/Title
Baseball Cap
Lexicon
Description
Blue baseball cap printed in yellow with the words "WOODBURY FIRE DEPT." and a quatrefoil firefighter emblem.
Acquisition
1996.17
Relationships
Woodbury Fire Department
Person or Organization
Place
Woodbury
Town
Washington County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
WearGuard
Materials
Cotton, Polyester
Entry/Object ID
1996.17
Context
Produced to support the Woodbury Fire Department of Woodbury, Vermont
Baseball Cap
Name/Title
Baseball Cap
Lexicon
Description
This baseball hat is made of navy blue cotton and features a stitched visor. On the back of the hat, there is a plastic tab for size adjustment. The hat also includes vent holes, with a fabric-covered button placed at the very top. Inside the hat, there is a sweatband and an interior reinforcing fabric on the front. On the front of the hat, there is silver lettering that reads: "Vermont, 1861-1865, The State That Saved the Union."
Acquisition
2000.19
Relationships
Civil War
Event
Place
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
2000
Nissun Cap
Dimensions
Overall
Materials
Cotton, Plastic
Entry/Object ID
2000.19.2
Context
Produced to commemorate Vermont's contribution to the United States' Civil War.
Baseball Uniform
Name/Title
Baseball Uniform
Lexicon
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
Shirt, Pants
Wool
Elastic
Male
34 (40/34/40)
Description
Grey wool baseball uniform consisting of a shirt and breeches. The shirt has short sleeves and secures up the front with 5 buttons. There is a wide center placket that extends around the neckline. The word "Rabbits" in cursive is cut from black wool felt and machine appliqued on the left breast, stretching from the center placket under the left sleeve. The words "AMERICAN HOUSE 2" are cut from black wool felt and machine appliqued on the back of the shirt. The pants end below the wearer's knee and are gathered around elastic bands. There is a 9-inch fly that secures with 6 white buttons.
Acquisition
2006.28
Relationships
Rowley, William Reginald (1909-2005)
Person or Organization
Place
Richford
Town
Franklin County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
1934-1941
Dimensions
Entry/Object ID
2006.28.1a-b
Context
Worn by William "Dig" Rowley while pitcher for the Richford Rabbits of Richford, Vermont
Bathing Cap
Name/Title
Bathing Cap
Lexicon
Description
White rubber swim cap with raised flowers, leaves, and stems. An adjustable chin strap snaps into place below the wearer's ears. Inside the cap are raised letters that read, "Sea Siren, Pretty Products, Inc., Made in U.S.A."
Acquisition
2004.58
Relationships
Rogers, Anita Joan Wood (b. 1948)
Person or Organization
Place
Montpelier
City
Washington County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
1960-1965
Pretty Products, Inc.
Dimensions
Overall
Materials
Rubber, Metal
Entry/Object ID
2004.58.105
Context
Worn by Anita W. Rogers of Montpelier, Vermont
Bathing Suit
Name/Title
Bathing Suit
Lexicon
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
Bathing Suit
Knit
Fabric
Wool
Material
Female
Description
Light blue knit wool bathing suit. The suit has shoulder straps and short, built in legs covered by a short skirt. The label inside reads, "Made in USA/The Homer Fitts Co./Barre, Vt./Pat Sept 6, 1921". In yellow script is also "Jantzen".
Acquisition
2014.60
Relationships
The Homer Fitts Company
Person or Organization
Made/Created
circa 1925
Entry/Object ID
2014.60.1284
Context
Sold by The Homer Fitts Co. in Barre, Vermont
Bathing Suit
Name/Title
Bathing Suit
Lexicon
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
Bathing Suit
Knit
Fabric
Wool
Material
Male
36
Description
Heavy wool knit men's swimsuit. It is navy blue with a white adjustable cloth belt with a gold-colored buckle that says "Gantner Wikies." It has a white knit lining.
Acquisition
2003.73
Relationships
Phipard, Charles Willard (1916-2002)
Person or Organization
Place
Royalton
Town
Windsor County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Entry/Object ID
2003.73.52a-b
Context
Owned by Charles Willard Phipard of Royalton, Vermont
Beads
Name/Title
Beads
Lexicon
Description
17 marginella shell beads of graded sizes. Each has a roughly rounded, polished surface with central hole drilled lengthwise.
Ethnography
Materials
Shell
Entry/Object ID
1975.378
Beanie
Name/Title
Beanie
Lexicon
Description
Red felt beanie with the letters "CH" appliquéd on with white felt. The bean is made from four wedges stitched with white thread. The edge is trimmed with white felt appliqué. A white tassel is attached to the top center of the hat.
Acquisition
2001.27
Relationships
Stockwell, Frances
Person or Organization
Place
Camp Hokomoko
Camp
Fairlee
Town
Orange County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
1917-1919
Dimensions
Overall
Materials
Wool, String
Entry/Object ID
2001.27.1
Context
Worn by Frances Stockwell Lovell at Camp Hokomoko in Fairlee, Vermont.
Beanie
Name/Title
Beanie
Lexicon
Description
Light brown knit hat with a pompom and a white silk liner.
Acquisition
2003.73
Relationships
Phipard, Charles Willard (1916-2002)
Person or Organization
Place
Royalton
Town
Windsor County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Dimensions
Overall
Materials
Wool, Silk
Entry/Object ID
2003.73.29
Context
Owned by Charles Willard Phipard of Royalton, Vermont
Belt
Name/Title
Belt
Lexicon
Description
Loom-woven bead chain in blue and gold with the inscription, "Home of all places has the sweetest charmes. Hannah B. Davis, Montpelier, Feb. 24, 1835." There is a double heart after "Davis".
Acquisition
1948.10
Made/Created
Wells, Hannah B. Davis (1814-1895)
Artist
1835
Dimensions
Overall
Entry/Object ID
1948.10
Context
Made by Hannah Davis of East Montpelier, VT, 1835.
Belt
Name/Title
Belt
Lexicon
Description
Belt woven with glass seed beads. The design is separated into sections with alternating background colors: white designs on black and black designs on white. Some designs are accented with gold beads. Designs include geometric shapes, plants, a cross, flowers, and animals. The belt is unlined, leaving the design visible on both sides.
Acquisition
1966.1
Relationships
Place
Springfield
Town
Windsor County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
Coffin, Caroline Jackman Hatch (1814-1899)
Artist
19th Century
Dimensions
Overall
Materials
Beads
Entry/Object ID
1966.1
Context
Made by Carline Coffin of Springfield, Vermont
Belt
Name/Title
Belt
Lexicon
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
Belt
White
Color
Cotton
Material
Unisex
Description
White belt with both waist band and should band. The belt is made of white cotton webbing. The waist band is held with a metal buckle that secures by looping the end of the belt around a post of the buckle. The length of the should strap can be adjusted with a metal buckle.
Acquisition
2021.7
Relationships
Abair, Christine Cora Dodge
Person or Organization
Place
Middlesex
Town
Washington County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Entry/Object ID
2021.7.1
Context
Safety Patrol belt worn by Christine Dodge Abair while a student at Middlesex Village School as a crossing guard
Belt
Name/Title
Belt
Lexicon
Description
Loom beaded belt woven with the words, "Clarissa Pollard. A Brothers Gift. August. 1833.", and repeating floral elements.
Acquisition
1973.11
Relationships
French, Clarissa Pollard (1798-1877)
Person or Organization
, ,
Made/Created
Pollard, James Addison (1817-1911)
Artist
1833
Dimensions
Overall
Materials
Glass, Cotton
Entry/Object ID
1973.11.3
Context
Made by James Addison Pollard in 1833. Pollard was superintendent of the Windsor Prison during the 19th century. He assigned activities such as this to the inmates under the belief that they should be kept occupied.
Belt
Name/Title
Belt
Lexicon
Description
White suede leather belt. The belt has a brass buckle with a raised, silver-toned metal H at the center.
Acquisition
1954.29
Relationships
Dewey, William Tarbox (1852-1911)
Person or Organization
Place
Montpelier
City
Washington County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Dimensions
Materials
Leather
Entry/Object ID
1954.29.14
Context
Worn by William T. Dewey in Montpelier, Vermont
Belt
Name/Title
Belt
Lexicon
Description
Leather belt with 2-pronged metal buckle. The belt has a decorative or functional length of leather cord stitched through the center of the belt along its length.
Acquisition
1972.31
Relationships
American Revolutionary War
Event
Ridley, Ralph
Person or Organization
Dimensions
Overall
Materials
Leather, Metal
Entry/Object ID
1972.31.1
Context
According to family history, this belt was worn during the Revolutionary War by Ralph Ridley.
Belt
Name/Title
Belt
Lexicon
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
Belt
Female
Description
Wide, short belt in pale green silk taffeta. The belt is pointed at one end and flat on the other. It has threads from an attachment point, but no attachment hardware is currently present.

The belt is slightly wider than the waistline on the matching dress.
Acquisition
1963.62
Relationships
Mason, Caroline Betsy Weaver (1807-1841)
Person or Organization
Place
Plymouth
Town
Windsor County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
circa 1830
Entry/Object ID
1963.62.2c-d
Context
Worn by Caroline Betsy Weaver of Plymouth, Vermont
Beret
Name/Title
Beret
Lexicon
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
Hat
Knit
Fabric
Wool
Material
Female
Description
Knitted child's beret with an intaglio snowflake design in blues, pink, yellow, and orange.
Acquisition
1998.11
Relationships
Harris, Kate Brewster Webb (1948-2016), Galipeau, Dundeen Cromwell Webb (b. 1952), Brown, Laura Havemeyer Webb (b. 1950)
Place
Shelburne
Town
Chittenden County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
Seemann, Kate Deforest Jennings Webb (1927-2002)
Artist
circa 1955
Dimensions
Overall
Entry/Object ID
1998.11.17
Context
Worn by Kate, Laura, or Dundeen Webb of Shelburne, Vermont.
Beret
Name/Title
Beret
Lexicon
Description
Gold-colored wool beret with the letter CW in black on the front. A nametag labeled, "Helen L. Phipard", is sewn in the center of the interior. There are 2 eyelets at the center back of the band that may have been used with a string to adjust fit.
Acquisition
2006.13
Relationships
Dumville, Helen L. Phipard (1917-2005), Camp Wihakowi
Place
Northfield
Town
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
circa 1920
Dimensions
Overall
Materials
Wool
Entry/Object ID
2006.13.1
Context
Worn by Helen Phipard Dumville as a student at Camp Wihakowi in Northfield, Vermont.
Web Links and URLs
Bib
Name/Title
Bib
Lexicon
Description
Linen clothing protector. The linen is a rectangle with a slit in one side, leading to an oval cutout near the center.
Acquisition
2007.18
Relationships
Boynton, Charles Smith
Person or Organization
Place
Burlington
City
Chittenden County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Dimensions
Overall
Materials
Linen
Entry/Object ID
2007.18.264
Context
Owned by Doctor Charles Smith Boynton of Burlington, Vermont.
Bloomers
Name/Title
Bloomers
Lexicon
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
W: 20
Description
White knitted child's bloomers or diaper cover. There is an elastic band woven through the top waist.
Acquisition
1998.11
Relationships
Harris, Kate Brewster Webb (1948-2016), Galipeau, Dundeen Cromwell Webb (b. 1952), Brown, Laura Havemeyer Webb (b. 1950)
Place
Shelburne
Town
Chittenden County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Dimensions
Overall
Entry/Object ID
1998.11.19
Context
Worn by Kate, Laura, or Dundeen Webb of Shelburne, Vermont.
Bloomers
Name/Title
Bloomers
Lexicon
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
W: 18
Description
White knitted child's bloomers or diaper cover. There is an elastic band woven through the top waist.
Acquisition
1998.11
Relationships
Harris, Kate Brewster Webb (1948-2016), Galipeau, Dundeen Cromwell Webb (b. 1952), Brown, Laura Havemeyer Webb (b. 1950)
Place
Shelburne
Town
Chittenden County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Dimensions
Overall
Entry/Object ID
1998.11.20
Context
Worn by Kate, Laura, or Dundeen Webb of Shelburne, Vermont.
Bloomers
Name/Title
Bloomers
Lexicon
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
W: 11
Description
White knitted child's bloomers or diaper cover. There is an elastic band woven through the top waist.
Acquisition
1998.11
Relationships
Harris, Kate Brewster Webb (1948-2016), Galipeau, Dundeen Cromwell Webb (b. 1952), Brown, Laura Havemeyer Webb (b. 1950)
Place
Shelburne
Town
Chittenden County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Dimensions
Overall
Entry/Object ID
1998.11.21
Context
Worn by Kate, Laura, or Dundeen Webb of Shelburne, Vermont.
Bloomers
Name/Title
Bloomers
Lexicon
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
W: 17
Description
White knitted child's bloomers or diaper cover. There is an elastic band woven through the top waist.
Acquisition
1998.11
Relationships
Harris, Kate Brewster Webb (1948-2016), Galipeau, Dundeen Cromwell Webb (b. 1952), Brown, Laura Havemeyer Webb (b. 1950)
Place
Shelburne
Town
Chittenden County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Dimensions
Overall
Entry/Object ID
1998.11.22
Context
Worn by Kate, Laura, or Dundeen Webb of Shelburne, Vermont.
Bloomers
Name/Title
Bloomers
Lexicon
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
W: 18
Description
White knitted child's bloomers or diaper cover. There is an elastic band inserted through the top waist.
Acquisition
1998.11
Relationships
Harris, Kate Brewster Webb (1948-2016), Galipeau, Dundeen Cromwell Webb (b. 1952), Brown, Laura Havemeyer Webb (b. 1950)
Place
Shelburne
Town
Chittenden County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Dimensions
Overall
Entry/Object ID
1998.11.23
Context
Worn by Kate, Laura, or Dundeen Webb of Shelburne, Vermont.
Bloomers
Name/Title
Bloomers
Lexicon
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
W: 17
Description
White knitted child's bloomers or diaper cover with shorts. There is an elastic band inserted through the top waist.
Acquisition
1998.11
Relationships
Harris, Kate Brewster Webb (1948-2016), Galipeau, Dundeen Cromwell Webb (b. 1952), Brown, Laura Havemeyer Webb (b. 1950)
Place
Shelburne
Town
Chittenden County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Dimensions
Overall
Entry/Object ID
1998.11.24
Context
Worn by Kate, Laura, or Dundeen Webb of Shelburne, Vermont.
Blouse
Name/Title
Blouse
Lexicon
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
Blouse
Unisex
Description
Child's sailor suit blouse made of blue-and-white pinstriped cotton. The collar, which falls at the back, is faced in navy blue fabric with three lines of white soutache, and there is a white tape at the center front that ties into a bow. The blouse has long sleeves.
Acquisition
1977.46
Relationships
Kent, Elizabeth
Person or Organization
Place
Kent's Corner
Village
Calais
Town
Washington County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
circa 1920
Entry/Object ID
1977.46.9
Context
Likely worn by Elizabeth Kent, whose family had a summer home in Kent's Corner, Vermont.
Blouse
Name/Title
Blouse
Lexicon
Description
Sheer white cotton blouse. It has a pointed falling collar and no sleeves. It is embroidered along the center front opening and the side seams with a floral vine in white. The center front fastens closed with metal snaps.
Acquisition
1989.51
Relationships
Tessier, Emelie Perrault (1887-1968)
Person or Organization
Place
Shaftsbury
Town
Bennington County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Dimensions
Overall
Materials
Cotton
Entry/Object ID
1989.51.4
Context
Worn by Emilie Perreault Tessier of Shaftsbury, Vermont.
Blouse
Name/Title
Blouse
Lexicon
Description
White cotton blouse with butterfly sleeves. It is embroidered on both sides of the front with whitework vines and eyelets. The falling collar and the sleeves have scalloped edges. It secures up the center front with square mother-of-pearl buttons. There are tucks shaping the waistline above a short peplum.
Acquisition
1989.51
Relationships
Tessier, Emelie Perrault (1887-1968)
Person or Organization
Place
Shaftsbury
Town
Bennington County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Dimensions
Overall
Materials
Cotton
Entry/Object ID
1989.51.5
Context
Worn by Emilie Perreault Tessier of Shaftsbury, Vermont.
Blouse
Name/Title
Blouse
Lexicon
Description
A long-sleeved, white cotton blouse decorated with lace, embroidery and tucks on the front, back and sleeves. The blouse fastens with buttons off center and the outer edge is scalloped. The blouse has a slightly gathered waist in the front, which is longer than the finished edge in the back.
Acquisition
1989.51
Relationships
Tessier, Emelie Perrault (1887-1968)
Person or Organization
Place
Shaftsbury
Town
Bennington County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Dimensions
Overall
Materials
Cotton
Entry/Object ID
1989.51.6
Context
Worn by Emilie Perreault Tessier of Shaftsbury, Vermont.
Blouse
Name/Title
Blouse
Lexicon
Description
White linen blouse with three lace cutout stripes down the front. The blouse has a collar, cap sleeves and buttons in the back.
Acquisition
1989.51
Relationships
Tessier, Emelie Perrault (1887-1968)
Person or Organization
,
Dimensions
Overall
Materials
Linen
Entry/Object ID
1989.51.11
Context
Worn by Emilie Perreault Tessier of Shaftsbury, Vermont.
Blouse
Name/Title
Blouse
Lexicon
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
Blouse
Female
Description
Red blouse trimmed with black ribbon on the collar and cuffs. The blouse is cut loose with a fitted linen lining. The lining is attached to the back of the blouse, but left detached in the front.
Acquisition
2014.60
Made/Created
circa 1900
Entry/Object ID
2014.60.1281
Bodice
Name/Title
Bodice
Lexicon
Description
Black linen sleeveless bodice, removed from the rest of the garment. It has a V-shaped neckline at the front and back. There are darts in the front to create the bustline. A long metal zipper with black tape is inserted into the back, with the bottom of the zipper hanging loose. The bottom edge of the bodice is unfinished; it was previously attached to a very full white cotton organdy skirt.
Acquisition
1994.30
Relationships
Place
Burlington
City
Chittenden County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
Nuquist, Edith Wilson (1907-1970)
Artist
1957
Dimensions
Overall
Materials
Linen, Metal
Entry/Object ID
1994.30.3
Context
Made by Edith Wilson Nuquist of Burlington, Vermont.
Bodice
Name/Title
Bodice
Lexicon
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
Bodice
Silk
Silver
Cotton
Material
Female
Description
Bodice styled to look like a jacket over a blouse. The "jacket" portion is made of blue and black shot silk. The lapels and cuffs are trimmed in black velvet. It buttons up the center front with a row of 10 silver buttons. The buttons and pierced and molded into an Asiatic scene of people near a building under a crescent moon. The "blouse" portion is white silk trimmed around the high collar and down the center front with lace. The front hem is slightly pointed, and there is a small tail at the center back.
Acquisition
1982.27
Relationships
Guernsey, Josephine Pratt (1858-1940)
Person or Organization
Place
Northfield
Town
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Entry/Object ID
1982.27.3
Context
Worn by Josephine Pratt Guernsey of Northfield, Vermont
Bodice
Name/Title
Bodice
Lexicon
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
Bodice
Wool
Silk
Female
Description
Cream-colored wool bodice printed with pink and brown abstract floral sprigs. The bodice has long, curved sleeves, and opens at the center front with 18 black buttons. It is trimmed on the yolk, upper arms, and cuffs with strips of black velvet. The standing collar is made from pleated grosgrain ribbon.
Acquisition
1982.31
Relationships
Raymond, Ellen Relief (1840-1932), Levey, Thirza Elizabeth (1843-1928)
Place
Ludlow
Town
Windsor County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
1870-1880
Entry/Object ID
1982.31.17
Context
Worn by Thirza Elizabeth Levey or Ellen Relief Raymond of Ludlow, Vermont.
Bodice
Name/Title
Bodice
Lexicon
Description
Small dress bodice, cut from skirt. The bodice has short sleeves and a wide, rounded neckline. The show fabric on both the front and back are gathered to the center at the waistline. The sleeves are collar are trimmed with blue-and-white striped silk ribbon, and there is a ribbon bow at the center front neckline. The show fabric has a yellow ground with small red and blue paisley shapes sprigged throughout in a small repeating patter. The interior is lined with white cotton. The waistline edge is raw. The bodice opens at the center back.
Acquisition
1954.29
Materials
Cotton
Entry/Object ID
1954.29.8
Context
Worn by a member of the Dewey family in Montpelier, Vermont
Bodice
Name/Title
Bodice
Lexicon
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
Bodice
Silk
Cotton
Pearl
Material
Female
Description
Cream-colored satin-woven silk bodice. The bodice laces up the center front and center back. It has a square neckline with a strap high around the neck. The neckline and the sleeve cuffs are decorated with lace and faux-pearls. The hem (waistline) is pointed at the front and back.
Acquisition
1954.35
Relationships
Briggs, Anna Sanford Higgins (1851-1935)
Person or Organization
,
Made/Created
1881
Entry/Object ID
1954.35.1
Context
Worn by Anna S. Higgins at her marriage to George Briggs in Brandon, Vermont, in 1881.
Bodice
Name/Title
Bodice
Lexicon
Description
Dark blue velvet bodice. It laces up the back through hand-bound eyelets, and there is an additional panel to cover any gap. There are no sleeves. There are 2 metal stays on each side seam. It is lined in black glazed cotton.
Acquisition
1982.31
Made/Created
circa 1920
Materials
Silk, Metal
Entry/Object ID
1982.31.57
Context
Worn by either Ruth Raymond Jones (1895-1982) or her mother Lena Elnora Levey Raymond (1873-1938) in Ludlow, Vermont.
Bodice
Name/Title
Bodice
Lexicon
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
Bodice
Satin
Fabric
Silk
Material
Female
24" waist
Description
Black silk bodice. The bodice has a double-point waistline in the front, and a flaring tail in the back. The bust is set high, and the bodice is shaped with four darts. The arms are set low in the shoulder and are cut wide and curved.
Acquisition
1958.40
Relationships
Benjamin, Edna Lucy Downing (1845-1927)
Person or Organization
Place
Berlin
Town
Washington County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
1865-1870
Entry/Object ID
1958.40.4
Context
Worn by Edna Lucy Benjamin of Berlin, Vermont
Bodice
Name/Title
Bodice
Lexicon
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
Bodice
Silk
Material
Female
23" waist
Description
Short-waist black silk bodice. The bodice has a wide neckline and low-set stuffed short sleeves. The front is fitted to the wearer's bodice through four darts.
Acquisition
1958.40
Relationships
Benjamin, Edna Lucy Downing (1845-1927)
Person or Organization
Place
Berlin
Town
Washington County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
circa 1865
Entry/Object ID
1958.40.5
Context
Worn by Edna Lucy Benjamin of Berlin, Vermont
Bodice
Name/Title
Bodice
Lexicon
Description
Small, black dress bodice. The bodice is fitted to the wearer's torso six dart angled toward the center front. The neckline is very wide, and the hem comes to a slight point at the center front. The sleeves are trimmed with ball fringe.
Acquisition
1966.31
Relationships
Place
Montpelier
City
Washington County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Entry/Object ID
1966.31.10
Context
Worn by a member of the Bailey, Fifield, or Hubbard family in Montpelier, Vermont
Bodice
Name/Title
Bodice
Lexicon
Description
Black silk bodice trimmed in black-and-white striped ribbon. The waistline is point in both the front and back, and the bodice is shaped with darts that are stiffened with boning. The sleeves are turned under, created a puffed effect. It is lined in brown cotton.
Acquisition
1966.31
Entry/Object ID
1966.31.17
Context
Worn by a member of the Bailey, Fifield or Hubbard families of Montpelier, VT
Bodice
Name/Title
Bodice
Lexicon
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
Bodice
Female
Description
Bodice made of shot silk brocade with a long tail. The fabric is burgundy and blue shot silk with burgundy brocade floats in a floral design. The bodice opens up the center front and secures with hooks and eyes. The center front open is edged with a wide lace ruffle and accented with two vertical panels of outward-facing knife pleats in burgundy silk. The sleeves are long and slightly curved, and the cuffs are accented with white lace. The bodice has a long, rectangular tail lined in glazed cotton.
Acquisition
1982.9
Relationships
,
Made/Created
Lanier, Eliza Dumas (1857-1935)
Artist
1884
Entry/Object ID
1982.9.1a
Context
Made and worn by Eliza Dumas of Northfield, VT, for her marriage to Raphael Lanier on October 14, 1884. Eliza was a well-known dressmaker in Barre, Vermont.
Bodice
Name/Title
Bodice
Lexicon
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
Bodice
Wool
Silk
Cotton
Material
Female
Description
Yellow-cream colored wool bodice decorated with strips of velvet and black lace. The bodice has a high neckline and long sleeves.
Acquisition
1968.25
Relationships
Place
Waitsfield
Town
Washington County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
circa 1870
Entry/Object ID
1968.25.41
Context
Likely worn by a member of the Jones family of Waitsfield, Vermont
Bodice
Name/Title
Bodice
Lexicon
Description
Deep blue silk bodice with split sleeves. The bodice has a square neckline and severely pointed waistline. It opens at the center front and secures with hooks and eyes. The sleeves are cut wide and the cuffs are shaped into a surplice design. The sleeve seams, cuffs, and the neckline trimmed with floral-patterned ribbon and blue fringe.
Acquisition
1969.26
Relationships
Chapin, Catherine Abbott (1837-1915)
Person or Organization
Place
Worcester
Town
Washington County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
1859-1860
Entry/Object ID
1969.26.1a-b
Context
Worn by Catherine Abbott at her marriage to William Chapin on May 15, 1860 in Worcester, Vermont
Bonnet
Name/Title
Bonnet
Lexicon
Description
Grey felt bonnet trimmed with green grosgrain ribbon. The crown of the bonnet is stiff and ends in a flat disk. The trim is cut into a wavy pattern and accented with a large, loose bow at the center. The brim is lined with the same green ribbon. The inside of the crown is lined with buckram.
Acquisition
1922.8
Relationships
Hawley, Paulina
Person or Organization
Materials
Wool, Ribbon
Entry/Object ID
1922.8
Context
Worn by Paulina Hawley
Bonnet
Name/Title
Bonnet
Lexicon
Description
This lace and net bonnet has a wired brim, providing structure and shape. It is adorned on the sides with silk ribbon bows.
Acquisition
1993.14
Relationships
Place
Barnet
Town
Caledonia County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Dimensions
Overall
Materials
Silk, Metal
Entry/Object ID
1993.14.7
Context
Worn by a member of the Blair or Gilfillan families of Barnet, Vermont.
Bonnet
Name/Title
Bonnet
Lexicon
Description
This black net bonnet features a round crown that is adorned with a crosshatch pattern created by black silk ribbon. The brim of the bonnet is embellished with lace ruffles, extending all the way around its circumference. Small ribbon bows are delicately placed on the brim. At the center back of the bonnet, there is a very large ribbon bow, serving as a prominent focal point.
Acquisition
1993.14
Relationships
Place
Barnet
Town
Caledonia County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
1850-1860
Dimensions
Overall
Materials
Silk
Entry/Object ID
1993.14.8
Context
Worn by a member of the Blair or Gilfillan families of Barnet, Vermont.
Bonnet
Name/Title
Bonnet
Lexicon
Description
Quilted bonnet made of windowpane checked silk. The fabric has a light blue ground with striping in beige and rust red. It is quilted in a diamond pattern set at a 45 degree angle from the windowpane check pattern. The brim is lined with pink ribbed silk, and the interior is lined with white cotton. There is a small cotton tape label stitched to the interior with the printed words, "ELIZABETH KENT".
Acquisition
1976.43
Relationships
Gay, Elizabeth Kent (1913-1985)
Person or Organization
Place
Kent's Corner
Village
Calais
Town
Washington County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Dimensions
Overall
Materials
Wool, Silk, Cotton
Entry/Object ID
1976.43.308
Context
Worn by Elizabeth Kent in Calais, Vermont.
Bonnet
Name/Title
Bonnet
Lexicon
Description
Tan silk quilted bonnet. The brim is quilted in parallel lines across its width. It is lined in white cotton. There is a short tail and two ties.
Acquisition
1976.4
Relationships
Wheeler, Susan Elizabeth Dalliston (1829-1870)
Person or Organization
Place
Duxbury
Town
Washington County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
circa 1865
Materials
Silk, Cotton
Entry/Object ID
1976.4.3
Context
Possibly worn by Susan Wheeler of Duxbury, Vermont
Bonnet
Name/Title
Bonnet
Lexicon
Description
Bonnet covered with olive green silk velvet. The brim is decorated with pleats of self fabric lined in corded silk taffeta. It is embellished with ostrich feathers and black lace. The interior of the brim is decorated with pleated cream-colored silk. There are two wide velvet bands that hang from the center back, and two silk ribbons that tie under the wearer's chin.
Acquisition
1944.2
Relationships
Poland, Julia Harvey (1834-1911), Poland, Joseph (1818-1898)
Place
Montpelier
City
Washington County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
1873
Materials
Silk
Entry/Object ID
1944.2a
Context
Worn by Julia Harvey of Montpelier, Vermont, at her marriage to Joseph Poland in Paterson, New Jersey. Joseph Poland was editor of the Vermont Watchman and State Journal.
Bonnet
Name/Title
Bonnet
Lexicon
Description
This is a quilted winter bonnet or hood, which features an exterior fabric that is purple with a subtle white windowpane pattern. The lining of the bonnet is a bold pink-and-black large-scale plaid. The brim of the bonnet extends at the bottom, reaching past the wearer's shoulders, and the tail is also long. Both the brim and crown of the bonnet are quilted with diagonal channels. The tail is quilted only along the hem in four horizontal channels, which adds structure to the tail. The lining is not quilted. The front edge of the brim is turned back and tacked in place. Finally, there are black ribbons that tie under the chin.
Acquisition
1944.4
Relationships
Poland, Julia Harvey (1834-1911)
Person or Organization
Place
Montpelier
City
Washington County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Materials
Silk, Wool
Entry/Object ID
1944.4.2
Context
Worn by Julia Harvey Poland of Montpelier, Vermont
Bonnet
Name/Title
Bonnet
Lexicon
Description
Straw sunbonnet. It is made from plaited straw that is stitched in rows. It has a flat crown and a short brim.
Acquisition
1979.8
Relationships
Place
Jericho
Town
Chittenden County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Dimensions
Overall
Materials
Straw
Entry/Object ID
1979.8.3
Context
Worn by a member of the Safford or Jackson family of Jericho, Vermont
Bonnet
Name/Title
Bonnet
Lexicon
Description
Woman's hat or bonnet made of cream-colored silk. The brim is formed from the silk being gather over loops of wire. IT is trimmed with cream-colored lace. The back of the crown is flat, and there are ribbons at the bottom to tie under the wearer's chin.
Acquisition
1980.15
Relationships
Lund, Amy Maria Stantial (1860-1888)
Person or Organization
Place
Boston
City
Massachusetts
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Dimensions
Overall
Materials
Silk, Metal
Entry/Object ID
1980.15.2
Context
Owned by Amy Maria Stautial Lund (1860-1888), one of the first women to graduate from MIT.
Bonnet
Name/Title
Bonnet
Lexicon
Description
The sunbonnet has a straw brim and crown, which are woven in two shades of brown, giving it a dotted appearance. The brim is wide and is designed to shade the wearer's face from the sun. The crown of the bonnet is shallow, providing minimal room for hair. The edge of the brim and the seam with the crown are decorated with a brown gauze ruffle. The bonnet also has a wool gauze tail that hangs down to the wearer's shoulders, providing additional protection from the sun for the neck. To keep the bonnet in place, there are two brown taffeta ribbons that can be tied beneath the wearer's chin.
Acquisition
1953.15
Materials
Straw, Wool, Silk
Entry/Object ID
1953.15.5
Bonnet
Name/Title
Bonnet
Lexicon
Description
This thickly quilted winter hood or bonnet has an exterior and lining fabric of green silk taffeta. It is quilted in thick channels with a narrow row of piping along each quilting line. The tail reaches the wearer's shoulders and joins with the brim. The bonnet is tied under the chin with green ribbons. The edge of the brim is shaped by an interior metal wire. There is a hole at the top, revealing that the batting is a mixture of undyed and purple wool.
Acquisition
1954.15
Relationships
Dewey, Betsey Lund Tarbox (1829-1908)
Person or Organization
Place
Montpelier
City
Washington County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Materials
Silk, Wool
Entry/Object ID
1954.15.3
Context
Worn by Betsey Tarbox Dewey in Montpelier, Vermont
Bonnet
Name/Title
Bonnet
Lexicon
Description
This is a bonnet or cap made from blue velvet, which is lined with bright red silk satin on the inside. The crown and short brim are made in one piece, and the bottom corners of the brim extend and come to a point at the back. There is a large red bow positioned at the center top and center bottom back of the bonnet. Additionally, red ribbons are used to tie the bonnet under the chin. Finally, there are irregular box pleats present at the center top of the bonnet.
Acquisition
1954.22
Relationships
Place
Montpelier
City
Washington County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Materials
Silk
Entry/Object ID
1954.22.8
Context
Owned by a member of the Dewey family of Montpelier, Vermont
Bonnet
Name/Title
Bonnet
Lexicon
Description
Red wool bonnet or cap with pointed crown. The edge is trimmed with pleated ruffles. There are two ribbons that tie under the wearer's chin.
Acquisition
1982.31
Relationships
Jones, Ruth Raymond, (1895-1982)
Person or Organization
Place
Ludlow
Town
Windsor County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Materials
Wool
Entry/Object ID
1982.31.75
Context
Likely worn by Ruth Raymond Jones in Ludlow, Vermont
Bonnet
Name/Title
Bonnet
Lexicon
Description
Cream-colored silk bonnet. The brim is decoratively pleated and flares outward to frame the wearer's face.
Acquisition
1959.19
Relationships
Stevens, Mary Ann Smith (1816-1893)
Person or Organization
Place
Vergennes
City
Addison County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Materials
Silk
Entry/Object ID
1959.19.2
Context
Likely worn by Mary Anne Smith Stevens of Vergennes, Vermont.
Bonnet
Name/Title
Bonnet
Lexicon
Description
Tan silk bonnet on a wire frame. The bonnet is decorated with tubes of silk, plaited together in imitation of straw. There is a large flower on either side of the bonnet made from this imitation straw. Sheer silk fabric is shirred around these tubes on the exterior of the brim. The interior of the brim is lined with lace, and the interior of the crown is lined with white silk.
Acquisition
1959.19
Relationships
Stevens, Marietta (1824-1910)
Person or Organization
Place
Vergennes
City
Addison County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
1854
Materials
Silk
Entry/Object ID
1959.19.9
Context
Worn by Marietta Stevens an her marriage to Foster Churchill Strong in 1854.
Bonnet
Name/Title
Bonnet
Lexicon
Description
White cotton baby bonnet. The brim is stiffened with cording. The neck ruffle is partially detached.
Acquisition
1959.37
Materials
Cotton
Entry/Object ID
1959.37.5
Bonnet
Name/Title
Bonnet
Lexicon
Description
Bonnet or hat with decoratively-woven straw bring and brown silk covered crown. The straw portion is stitched from length of straw picot ribbon. The silk portion utilizes lengths of silk ruched over a cord the decoratively wrapped and tacked onto the crown base. The interior of the hat is lined with white netting.
Acquisition
1958.40
Relationships
Benjamin, Edna Lucy Downing (1845-1927)
Person or Organization
Place
Washington
Town
Orange County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Materials
Straw, Silk, Net
Entry/Object ID
1958.40.1a
Context
Worn by Edna Lucy Downing at her marriage to Samuel Webster Benjamin in Washington, Vermont, March 2, 1865.
Bonnet
Name/Title
Bonnet
Lexicon
Description
Child's bonnet made from woven strips of straw. The brim flairs outwards to frame the wearer's face.
Acquisition
1960.28
Relationships
Thorne, Marcella Maria (1849-1929)
Person or Organization
Place
Chelsea
Town
Orange County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Materials
Straw
Entry/Object ID
1960.28.1
Context
Worn by Marcella Maria Thorne of Chelsea, Vermont.
Bonnet
Name/Title
Bonnet
Lexicon
Description
This is a winter bonnet or hood. It has a black silk exterior and a lining made of a pink/brown/blue plaid fabric. The bonnet/hood is quilted in thick rows across the head, which adds extra warmth and insulation during cold winter weather.
Acquisition
1960.121
Relationships
Stickney, Edith Cutting (1849-1915)
Person or Organization
Place
Shoreham
Town
Addison County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Materials
Silk, Wool
Entry/Object ID
1960.121.14
Context
Worn by Edith Cutting Stickney of Shoreham, Vermont.
Bonnet
Name/Title
Bonnet
Lexicon
Description
Winter-weight bonnet. The crown is made of black silk quilted in a diamond pattern. The brim and edge of the tail and trimmed in light-brown fur. The front of the bonnet has an interior wire to hold its shape. There are two black ribbon ties, no detached.
Acquisition
1973.27
Relationships
Place
Montpelier
City
Washington County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Materials
Wool, Silk, Fur
Entry/Object ID
1973.27.5
Context
Worn by members of the Templeton family of Montpelier, Vermont
Bonnet
Name/Title
Bonnet
Lexicon
Description
White wool crocheted bonnet or cap. It is crocheted with a looped pile. It fits close to the wearer's head, with a slight point at the top of the crown. There is a short tail. There are white silk ribbon ties.
Acquisition
1973.27
Relationships
Place
Montpelier
City
Washington County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Materials
Wool
Entry/Object ID
1973.27.7
Context
Worn by members of the Templeton family of Montpelier, Vermont
Bonnet
Name/Title
Bonnet
Lexicon
Description
Straw sunbonnet with a large brim. The brim extends wide enough to completely obscure the wearer's face from the side, and extends to or past the shoulders at the bottom points. The brim is attached to a round crown. There is a semi-circular band at the back acting as a tail.
Acquisition
1966.11
Entry/Object ID
1966.11.6
Bonnet
Name/Title
Bonnet
Lexicon
Description
White cotton bonnet. The brim is stiffened with 10 rows of corded quilting. The front edge is decorated with a gathered ruffle of white eyelet embroidered cotton. There are four ties and an extended neck flap.
Acquisition
1966.47
Materials
Cotton
Entry/Object ID
1966.47.33
Bonnet
Name/Title
Bonnet
Lexicon
Description
Cream colored silk bonnet. The brim of the bonnet is reinforced with several rows of reeds, which are ruched into the fabric, giving the brim structure. It is decorated with a large bow of floral silk. The interior is partially lined with satin on the brim, and no lining at the ground.
Acquisition
1964.3
Relationships
Bill, Merinda Nelson (1813-1901)
Person or Organization
Place
Topsham
Town
Orange County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
1838
Materials
Silk
Entry/Object ID
1964.3a
Context
Worn by Merinda Nelson Bill in West Topsham, Vermont, to her wedding.
Boot
Name/Title
Boot
Lexicon
Description
Child-sized leather boot filled with wooden pegs. The boot has a stacked leather sole and a high leg.
Use
The pegs were used to repair shoes.
Acquisition
1938.5
Relationships
Nelson, Nuel
Person or Organization
Place
Orange
Town
Orange County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Dimensions
Overall
Entry/Object ID
1938.5
Context
Used by Nuel Nelson of Orange, Vermont
Boot
Name/Title
Boot
Lexicon
Description
Small, black silk boot with a short heel. The boot buttons up the front right with 8 black wooden buttons, with the top reaching over the wearer's ankle. The upper is lined with leather. The sole is leather, and the heel is stacked leather. The shoe has a round, slightly boxy toe.
Acquisition
1962.25
Materials
Silk, Leather, Wood
Entry/Object ID
1962.25.2
Boot
Name/Title
Boot
Lexicon
Description
Small, black silk boot with a short heel. The boot laces up the center front, with the top reaching partway up the wearer's shin. The upper is lined with leather. The sole is leather, and the heel is stacked leather. The toe is rounded and there is a black silk bow decoration at the center front toe.
Acquisition
1962.25
Entry/Object ID
1962.25.3
Boot
Name/Title
Boot
Lexicon
Description
Black leather boots that reach to the wearer's mid-calf. The boots have low, stacked leather heels and shaped soles.
Acquisition
1966.31
Relationships
Place
Montpelier
City
Washington County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Materials
Leather
Entry/Object ID
1966.31.37a-b
Context
Likely worn by a member of the Bailey, Fifield, or Hubbard families of Montpelier, Vermont
Boots
Name/Title
Boots
Lexicon
Description
Brown leather hiking boots with rubber soles. The boots reach above the wearer's ankle and lace up the center front over a fully attached tongue.
Acquisition
1977.28
Relationships
Hagerman, Robert, Green Mountain Club
Place
Morrisville
Village
Morristown
Town
Lamoille County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
1974
Dunham's Duraflex
Dimensions
Overall
Materials
Leather
Entry/Object ID
1977.28a-b
Context
Owned by Robert Hagerman in Morrisville, Vermont
Boots
Name/Title
Boots
Lexicon
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
Boots
Suede
Fabric
Leather
Fur
Rubber
Metal
Female
Description
Black heeled boots trimmed with fur. The uppers are black suede, and the sole and heel are rubber. The heel is reinforced with a metal bracket. The boots secure with laces over a long tongue.
Acquisition
2007.15
Relationships
Carlisle, Lilian Baker (1912-2006)
Person or Organization
Place
Burlington
City
Chittenden County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
1940
Dimensions
Overall
Entry/Object ID
2007.15.1a-b
Context
Owned by Lilian Baker Carlisle
Boots
Name/Title
Boots
Lexicon
Description
Pair of lace-up boots that reach above the wearer's ankles. The boots have a low, square heel and leather soles. The foot portion of the upper is black leather, and the top is cream-colored cotton canvas. The canvas opens down the center front and there is a long canvas tongue. The opening is flanked with metal eyelets, 19 on each side. They are laced with cream-colored cotton shoelaces.
Acquisition
1961.30
Materials
Leather
Entry/Object ID
1961.30.2a-b
Boots
Name/Title
Boots
Lexicon
Description
Brown leather lace-up boots with pointed toes. The boots reach above the ankles and a have a low heel. They open up the center front over a tongue and secure with lacing through metal eyelets (lace no longer present).
Acquisition
1961.30
Materials
Leather, Cotton, Metal
Entry/Object ID
1961.30.3a-b
Boots
Name/Title
Boots
Lexicon
Description
Sales sample boots. The boots reach to wearer's mid-shin, with a light leather cuff. The cuff is stamped with the image of a man on a horse and the words, "THESE ARE NICE BOOTS / TRY A PAIR". There are 2 straps within the shaft for pulling them up. There is a bar of metal at the front of the toe box. The soles are made of thick leather, with a short heel. They are stamped with the number 7 on the sole. The nails in the heel have square heads.
Use
Even though these boots could fit a young child, they are styled and shaped for an adult foot. That plus the logo stamped on the front tell us that these were likely sales samples that would have been displayed in storefronts or carried by traveling salesmen.
Acquisition
1989.21
Dimensions
Materials
Leather, Metal
Entry/Object ID
1989.21.1a-b
Boots
Name/Title
Boots
Lexicon
Description
Sales sample boots. The top edge is scalloped. It opens at the center front with metal eyelets for tying. The sole is thick leather with a stacked leather heel. The number 5 is stamped into the sole near the toe. There is a metal guard across the front of the toe box, and a small metal band stretches between the 2 lowest eyelets. The initials "PA" are stamped into the metal band on the right shoe. The nails attaching the heel extend into the interior of the shoe.
Use
Even though these boots could fit a toddler, the tall heel and steel toe protector likely indicate that these are miniature sales samples of women's boots. Sales samples were displayed in storefronts or carried by traveling salesmen.
Acquisition
1989.21
Dimensions
Overall
Materials
Leather, Metal
Entry/Object ID
1989.21.2a-b
Boots
Name/Title
Boots
Lexicon
Description
Black leather boots sized for a child. They button up the outside with 4 black buttons, and the top of the boot reaches above the wearer's ankle.
Acquisition
1988.25
Relationships
McKee, Marguerite Edson (1893-1989)
Person or Organization
Place
Williamstown
Town
Orange County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Materials
Leather
Entry/Object ID
1988.25.6a-b
Context
Worn by Marguerite Edson McKee in Williamstown, Vermont.
Boots
Name/Title
Boots
Lexicon
Description
Small, black silk boots with short heels. The boots buttons up the outer sides with 8 black wooden buttons, with the top reaching over the wearer's ankle. The upper is lined with leather. The sole is leather, and the heel is stacked leather. The shoe has a round, slightly boxy toe.
Acquisition
1962.25
Entry/Object ID
1962.25.1a-b
Boots
Name/Title
Boots
Lexicon
Description
Brown leather child's boots. They lace up the center front and reach above the wearer's ankle. The shoes are straight cut with leather soles. There are no heels.
Acquisition
1962.25
Entry/Object ID
1962.25.6a-b
Boots
Name/Title
Boots
Lexicon
Description
Brown leather boots, sized for a baby. They lace up the center front over a tongue. There is decorative top stitching following the line of grommets and the top edge. The interior is lined with cotton. There is a tan-colored bow made of grosgrain ribbon at the base of the laced opening. The shoes are straight cut.
Acquisition
1962.25
Materials
Leather, Cotton, Metal
Entry/Object ID
1962.25.7a-b
Boots
Name/Title
Boots
Description
Tall canvas and leather boots with fleece lining and a strap at the calf to cinch. Boots belonged to Edgar Grafton Carlisle (1908-1994) during his military service.
The boots have canvas/leather loops inside that could be used to help pull on the boots. On the leather backside of the loop is a crown, the initials A.M., size 9, fitting 6 and B87426/4. The name Carlisle is written in ink on the canvas side. On the other loop in each boot, on the leather, are the initials A. I. D. 7. M. D.
Relationships
World War II
Event
Edgar G. Carlisle
Carlisle, Lilian Baker (1912-2006)
Place
Burlington
City
Chittenden County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Canada
England
Country
North America
Europe
Continent
Dimensions
Size 9
Materials
Canvas, Leather, Wool
Entry/Object ID
2008.22.32a-b
Context
Edgar Grafton Carlisle, husband of Lilian Baker Carlisle, was born in Maryland. He graduated from the University of Pennsylvania in 1928. He entered the U.S. Army as an aviation cadet earning reserve office's commission and aviator's wings in 1930. He became a lieutenant in the 28th division aviation unit of the Pennsylvania national Guard and commanded the 103rd Photo Section. In September of 1940, Carlisle entered the Royal Air Force Ferry Command, which meant he had to resign his reserve commission in the U.S Army.
Source: https://www.thisdayinaviation.com/tag/captain-edgar-grafton-carlisle-o-b-e/
Boots
Name/Title
Boots
Lexicon
Description
Small white leather boots sized for a young child. They have soft, brown leather soles. They secure around the ankle with 3 black buttons, placed slightly toward the outside of the foot.
Acquisition
1966.47
Materials
Leather
Entry/Object ID
1966.47.53a-b
Boots
Name/Title
Boots
Lexicon
Description
White leather boots with low heels. They secure with 11 white buttons on the outside of the foot. The tops reach above the ankle. The soles are shaped rather than straight cut.
Acquisition
1970.14
Relationships
McKechine, Mary Miner
Person or Organization
Made/Created
1880
Materials
Leather
Entry/Object ID
1970.14.10a-b
Context
Worn by Mary Miner McKechine at her wedding in 1880.
Boots
Name/Title
Boots
Lexicon
Description
Brown leather child's boots. The shoes button up one side with 4 wooden buttons. The top edge is scalloped. The soles are stamped with the label, "HAND SEWED ALL LEATHER."
Acquisition
1968.25
Relationships
Place
Waitsfield
Town
Washington County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Materials
Leather, Wood, Metal
Entry/Object ID
1968.25.83a-b
Context
Worn by a member of the Jones family of Waitsfield, Vermont.
Boots
Name/Title
Boots
Lexicon
Description
White leather boots sized for a young child. They button up the outer side with 5 white buttons.
Acquisition
1970.16
Materials
Leather
Entry/Object ID
1970.16.12a-b
Boots
Name/Title
Boots
Lexicon
Description
Black and white leather boots sized fora small child. The lower portion is black, white the portion that covers the ankle is white. They secure with 4 white buttons.
Acquisition
1970.16
Made/Created
circa 1900-1910
Materials
Leather
Entry/Object ID
1970.16.14a-b
Boots
Name/Title
Boots
Lexicon
Description
White leather boots sized for a young child. They button up the outer side with 4 white buttons.
Acquisition
1970.16
Made/Created
circa 1900-1910
Materials
Leather
Entry/Object ID
1970.16.15a-b
Boots
Name/Title
Boots
Lexicon
Description
Brown leather child's boots. The shoes button up one side with 4 wooden buttons. The top edge is scalloped.
Acquisition
1968.29
Made/Created
circa 1890
Materials
Leather
Entry/Object ID
1968.29.1a-b
Boots
Name/Title
Boots
Lexicon
Description
Black leather child's boots. The shoes button up one side with 4 buttons. The top edge is scalloped.
Acquisition
1968.39
Materials
Leather
Entry/Object ID
1968.39.2a-b
Boots
Name/Title
Boots
Lexicon
Description
Brown leather child's boots. The shoes button up one side with 8 white buttons. The top edge is scalloped.
Acquisition
1968.39
Materials
Leather
Entry/Object ID
1968.39.3ab
Boots
Name/Title
Boots
Lexicon
Description
White leather boots. They reach above the wearer's ankle and secure with 10 buttons up the outer side. They have short heels and shaped leather soles.
Use
by Clara Bailey Lowe, mother-in-law of donor
Acquisition
1971.11
Relationships
Lowe, Clara Mabel Bailey (1859-1944)
Person or Organization
Place
Montpelier
City
Washington County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
1884
Materials
Leather
Entry/Object ID
1971.11.2a-b
Context
Worn by Clara Bailey Lowe of Montpelier, Vermont.
Boots
Name/Title
Boots
Lexicon
Description
Black leather boots sized for a young child. They button up the outer side with 4 black buttons.
Acquisition
1971.23
Relationships
Cleary, Walter H.
Person or Organization
Place
Lyndon
Town
Caledonia County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
1887
Materials
Leather
Entry/Object ID
1971.23a-b
Context
First walking shoes worn by Judge Walter H. Cleary of Lyndon, Vermont. Cleary went on to become Chief Justice of Vermont Supreme Court.
Boots
Name/Title
Boots
Lexicon
Description
Brown leather boots sized for a young child. The lace at the front over a short tongue. The soles are made from the same leather as the tops.
Acquisition
1969.1
Materials
Leather
Entry/Object ID
1969.1.1a-b
Boy Scouts Uniform
Name/Title
Boy Scouts Uniform
Lexicon
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
Cotton
Material
Male
16 years
Description
Olive green Boy Scouts uniform consisting of a shirt and pants. A red patch on the proper left sleeve reads "Barre Vt 1". There are two breast pockets that secure closed with a top flap and button. Above the right pocket is a patch that reads, "BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA".
Acquisition
2014.60
Relationships
Boy Scouts of America
Person or Organization
Place
Barre City
City
Washington County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
1960-1969
Entry/Object ID
2014.60.1270a-b
Context
Owned by a member of the Barre, Vermont troop of the Boy Scouts of America
Boy Scouts Uniform
Name/Title
Boy Scouts Uniform
Lexicon
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
Cotton
Material
Male
Description
Olive green Boy Scouts uniform consisting of a shirt and pants. A red patch on the proper left sleeve reads "Barre Vt 1". Beneath the patch is a red square patch with the number 6, and a green patch with two horizontal green lines. There are two breast pockets that secure closed with a top flap and button. Above the right pocket is a patch that reads, "BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA". On the left pocket is a star-shaped pin that reads, "BE PREPARED".
Acquisition
2014.60
Relationships
Boy Scouts of America
Person or Organization
Place
Barre City
City
Washington County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
1960-1969
Entry/Object ID
2014.60.1271a-c
Context
Owned by a member of the Barre, Vermont, troop of the Boy Scouts of America.
Bracelet
Name/Title
Bracelet
Lexicon
Description
Bracelet made of a woven tube of human hair. The clasps are no longer present.
Acquisition
1968.44
Relationships
Place
Hartford
Town
Windsor County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Dimensions
Overall
Materials
Hair
Entry/Object ID
1968.44.1
Bracelet
Name/Title
Bracelet
Lexicon
Description
Bracelet consisting of a plaited band and a jeweled clasp. The band is plaited from several strands of straight, dark brown human hair. The clasp consists of a large, pink glass gem with a blue enameled frame between two blue enamels mounts. One mount attaches to the gem with a hinge, and the other attaches with an inserted tab.
Acquisition
1954.11
Materials
Hair, Metal, Glass
Entry/Object ID
1954.11.3
Brooch
Name/Title
Brooch
Lexicon
Description
Brooch made from human hair woven into a tube. The main body of the brooch is formed from two of the hair tube formed into loops and inserted into the center hold of the other. The ends of each tube loop are secured with gold mounts, and there is gold decoration at the center (two flowers, and a hexagon over a hair tube bead. Two acorn-shaped pendants made from bobbin-laced hair hang from the center.
Acquisition
1940.8
Relationships
Bullard, Mary L. Tillison (1835-1917)
Person or Organization
Place
Swanton
Town
Franklin County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Materials
Gold, Hair
Entry/Object ID
1940.8.5
Context
Worn by Mary L. Tillison of Swanton, Vermont
Bustle
Name/Title
Bustle
Lexicon
Description
Bustle consisting of 2 lengths coiled wire encased in crocheted lace and twill-woven cotton canvas. The ends of the pieces are attached, forming a "D" shape. They are attached to a long length of cotton webbing (waistband).
Use
Used to enhance the size of the wearer's derriere.
Acquisition
1973.1
Relationships
Place
Windsor
Town
Windsor County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
1880-1890
Dimensions
Overall
Materials
Metal, Cotton
Entry/Object ID
1973.1.15
Context
Worn by a member of the Vitty family of Windsor, Vermont.
Bustle
Name/Title
Bustle
Lexicon
Description
Semi-circular quilted bustle pad. It is quilted in 4 channels along the round side and knotted through the center. There are cotton tapes at each corner for tying around the wearer's waist. There is stamped label that reads, "NEW QUEEN SIZE O".
Use
Used to enhance the size of the wearer's derriere.
Acquisition
1986.42
Dimensions
Overall
Materials
Cotton
Entry/Object ID
1986.42.7
Context
Likely worn by a member of the Gray, Rowland, or Welch families.
Button
Name/Title
Button
Lexicon
Description
Round, ebony button inlaid with a silver, 5-pointed star. The button has a post back.
Acquisition
1948.11
Relationships
Civil War
Event
Hurley, John Henry (1836-1909), 7th Vermont Infantry
Place
Northfield
Town
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
Hurley, John Henry (1836-1909)
Artist
19th Century
Entry/Object ID
1948.11.7
Context
Owned by John H. Hurley of Northfield, Vermont. According to family history, Hurley made the button during his service in the Civil War in Brownsville, Texas, using metal from ten-cent coins.
Button
Name/Title
Button
Lexicon
Description
Paper retail card onto which is stitched 24 post-back buttons. Each button is covered with black silk velvet. The top of the card is labeled, "La Mode".
Acquisition
1976.43
Dimensions
Overall
Materials
Paper, Silk
Entry/Object ID
1976.43.274.2
Buttons
Name/Title
Buttons
Lexicon
Description
10 round, post-backed buttons. The buttons are engraved with a curvilinear line around the edge, and the initials TC in the center. The center is also engraved with three stars, or asterisks.
Acquisition
1931.1
Relationships
Chittenden, Thomas (1730-1797)
Person or Organization
Made/Created
18th Century
Dimensions
Overall (each)
Materials
Metal
Entry/Object ID
1931.1.1a-j
Context
These buttons belonged to Thomas Chittenden.
Buttons
Name/Title
Buttons
Lexicon
Description
23 brass coat buttons. Each button is circular with a post back at the center. The front of each is stamped with a faceted 7-pointed star.
Acquisition
1931.10
Relationships
American Revolutionary War
Event
Made/Created
18th Century
circa 1760
Dimensions
Overall
Materials
Brass
Entry/Object ID
1931.10a-w
Context
Said to have been from the uniform coat worn during the Revolutionary War.
Buttons
Name/Title
Buttons
Lexicon
Description
Lot of buttons and small objects, including: seven ebony buttons inlaid with silver stars; two ebony cufflinks; two shield-shaped lapel buttons; two wooden dome-shaped buttons, miniature metal lantern, three metal military buttons, three wooden lapel buttons, a 5-cent paper grocery chit, and a paper omnibus chit.
Acquisition
1948.11
Relationships
Civil War
Event
Hurley, John Henry (1836-1909), 7th Vermont Infantry
Place
Northfield
Town
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
Hurley, John Henry (1836-1909)
Artist
19th Century
Entry/Object ID
1948.11.3a-f
Context
Owned by John H. Hurley of Northfield, Vermont. Family history claims Hurley made at least some of the buttons.
Buttons
Name/Title
Buttons
Lexicon
Description
33 various glass and metal buttons attached on a cotton string. 1 button has become detached.
Acquisition
1960.24
Dimensions
Overall
Materials
Glass, Metal
Entry/Object ID
1960.24.31
Buttons
Name/Title
Buttons
Lexicon
Description
4 unfinished wooden buttons. The buttons are round with a domed face and post back.
Acquisition
1948.11
Relationships
Civil War
Event
7th Vermont Infantry
Person or Organization
Place
Northfield
Town
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
Hurley, John Henry (1836-1909)
Artist
circa 1860
Materials
Wood
Entry/Object ID
1948.11.3l-o
Context
Made by John H. Hurley of Northfield, Vermont, during the Civil War
Buttons
Name/Title
Buttons
Lexicon
Description
2 round wooden buttons. The buttons have flat faces and knobbed post backs.
Acquisition
1948.11
Relationships
Civil War
Event
7th Vermont Infantry
Person or Organization
Place
Northfield
Town
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
Hurley, John Henry (1836-1909)
Artist
circa 1860
Materials
Wood
Entry/Object ID
1948.11.3h-i
Context
Made by John H. Hurley of Northfield, Vermont, during the Civil War
Buttons
Name/Title
Buttons
Lexicon
Description
11 hand-painted buttons. The buttons are painted with two designs: one shows small blue flowers and the other shows pink roses. There are 3 large buttons and 8 small buttons. 2 of the large buttons have the rose design, and 1 has the blue flower design. There are 4 of each design in the small buttons.
Acquisition
1961.19
Relationships
Briggs, Florence Day (1884-1974)
Person or Organization
Materials
Ivory, Metal
Entry/Object ID
1961.19.19a-k
Buttons
Name/Title
Buttons
Lexicon
Description
3 round wooden buttons. The buttons have domed faces and knobbed post backs.
Acquisition
1948.11
Relationships
Civil War
Event
7th Vermont Infantry
Person or Organization
Place
Northfield
Town
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
Hurley, John Henry (1836-1909)
Artist
circa 1860
Materials
Wood
Entry/Object ID
1948.11.3t-v
Context
Made by John H. Hurley of Northfield, Vermont, during the Civil War
Buttons
Name/Title
Buttons
Lexicon
Description
Paper retail card onto which is stitched 12 post-back buttons. Each button is covered with white crocheted cotton. The top of the card is labeled, "Crochet Buttons" and an illustration of a lion.
Acquisition
1976.43
Made/Created
Dimensions
Overall
Materials
Paper, Cotton, Metal
Entry/Object ID
1976.43.270.2
Buttons
Name/Title
Buttons
Lexicon
Description
Paper retail card onto which is stitched 36 post-back buttons. Each button is covered with brown satin-woven silk.
Acquisition
1976.43
Dimensions
Overall
Materials
Paper, Silk
Entry/Object ID
1976.43.271.2
Buttons
Name/Title
Buttons
Lexicon
Description
Paper retail card onto which is stitched 24 post-back buttons. Each button is covered with black satin-woven silk.
Acquisition
1976.43
Dimensions
Overall
Materials
Paper, Silk
Entry/Object ID
1976.43.272.2
Buttons
Name/Title
Buttons
Lexicon
Description
Wooden shield-shaped lapel or cuff buttons.
Acquisition
1948.11
Relationships
Civil War
Event
7th Vermont Infantry
Person or Organization
Place
Northfield
Town
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
Hurley, John Henry (1836-1909)
Artist
circa 1860
Materials
Wood
Entry/Object ID
1948.11.3j-k
Context
Made by John H. Hurley of Northfield, Vermont, during the Civil War
Calash
Name/Title
Calash
Lexicon
Description
A green, brown, beige, and blue plaid calash with reed supports and a green lining. The outer edge is ruffled and has a piped braided trim.
Acquisition
1991.11
Made/Created
19th Century
Dimensions
Overall
Materials
Silk, Wood
Entry/Object ID
1991.11.100
Camisole
Name/Title
Camisole
Lexicon
Description
Pink silk camisole. It has a band of white lace inserted around the top, and narrow chevron lace around the top edge and shoulder straps. There are 10 small vertical tucks at the center front. There is a light-blue ribbon bow at the center front top.
Acquisition
1982.31
Relationships
Raymond, Lena Elnora Levey (1873-1938), Jones, Ruth Raymond, (1895-1982)
Place
Ludlow
Town
Windsor County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
circa 1915
Materials
Silk
Entry/Object ID
1982.31.43
Context
Worn by either Ruth Raymond Jones (1895-1982) or her mother Lena Elnora Levey Raymond (1873-1938) in Ludlow.
Camisole
Name/Title
Camisole
Lexicon
Description
White cotton camisole. The top is edged with 3 rows of different lace in floral patterns. The should straps are made of strips of lace as well. There are 8 small vertical tucks at the center front. There is encased elastic around the bottom.
Acquisition
1982.31
Relationships
Raymond, Lena Elnora Levey (1873-1938), Jones, Ruth Raymond, (1895-1982)
Place
Ludlow
Town
Windsor County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
circa 1920
Entry/Object ID
1982.31.49
Context
Worn by either Ruth Raymond Jones (1895-1982) or her mother Lena Elnora Levey Raymond (1873-1938) in Ludlow, Vermont.
Camisole
Name/Title
Camisole
Lexicon
Description
Silk camisole with encased elastic around the bottom. There are 3 triangles embroidered at the center front. The straps are made from silk ribbons. The top is edged in narrow scalloped lace. There is a tag sewn into the back that reads, "B. Altman & Co."
Acquisition
1982.31
Relationships
Raymond, Lena Elnora Levey (1873-1938), Jones, Ruth Raymond, (1895-1982)
Place
Ludlow
Town
Windsor County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
circa 1920
B. Altman & Co.
Materials
Silk
Entry/Object ID
1982.31.50
Context
Worn by either Ruth Raymond Jones (1895-1982) or her mother Lena Elnora Levey Raymond (1873-1938) in Ludlow, Vermont.
Camisole
Name/Title
Camisole
Lexicon
Description
Pink silk camisole with cream-colored inserted crocheted lace. The same lace forms the should straps. There is a pink ribbon bow at the center front. The bottom has encased elastic.
Acquisition
1982.31
Relationships
Raymond, Lena Elnora Levey (1873-1938), Jones, Ruth Raymond, (1895-1982)
Place
Ludlow
Town
Windsor County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
circa 1920
Materials
Silk
Entry/Object ID
1982.31.51
Context
Worn by either Ruth Raymond Jones (1895-1982) or her mother Lena Elnora Levey Raymond (1873-1938) in Ludlow, Vermont.
Camisole
Name/Title
Camisole
Lexicon
Description
White cotton camisole with crocheted lace yoke and shoulder straps. The lace is mostly open with a design of floral bows at the center front.
Acquisition
1989.19
Relationships
Cobleigh, Gertie Almira Calkins (1878-1961)
Person or Organization
Place
Barre City
City
Washington County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Materials
Cotton
Entry/Object ID
1989.19.3
Context
Worn by Gertie Cobleigh of Barre, Vermont.
Camisole
Name/Title
Camisole
Lexicon
Description
Bust portion of a camisole. It consists of 4 triangles--2 in the front and 2 in the back--attached along the bottom edge. The bottom edge is decorated with a wide pink ribbon threaded through the lace and tied into a bow at the center front. The tops of the triangles are attached with pink bows, forming should straps.
Acquisition
1989.19
Relationships
Cobleigh, Gertie Almira Calkins (1878-1961)
Person or Organization
Place
Barre City
City
Washington County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Materials
Cotton, Silk
Entry/Object ID
1989.19.4
Context
Owned by Gertie Cobleigh of Barre, Vermont.
Camisole
Name/Title
Camisole
Lexicon
Description
Rectangular, pink silk camisole. It has ribbon shoulder straps and a band of white knitted lace along the top edge.
Acquisition
1989.19
Relationships
Cobleigh, Gertie Almira Calkins (1878-1961), Cobleigh, Gladys (1899-1994)
Place
Barre City
City
Washington County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Materials
Cotton, Silk
Entry/Object ID
1989.19.5
Context
Owned by Gertie or Gladys Cobleigh of Barre, Vermont.
Camisole
Name/Title
Camisole
Lexicon
Description
Pink silk chiffon camisole with crocheted lace neck and shoulder straps. The camisole hooks in the back and has a small peplum at the bottom made with a slightly different material. The bottom edge is unfinished and cut with pinking shears.
Acquisition
1989.51
Relationships
Tessier, Emelie Perrault (1887-1968)
Person or Organization
Place
Shaftsbury
Town
Bennington County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Dimensions
Overall
Materials
Silk
Entry/Object ID
1989.51.14
Context
Worn by Emilie Perreault Tessier of Shaftsbury, Vermont.
Camisole
Name/Title
Camisole
Lexicon
Description
White cotton camisole. It has no sleeves. The armscyes and the neckline are edged with lace. The center front at the neckline is embroidered in whitework with the letter J within a laurel wreath.
Acquisition
1968.25
Relationships
Place
Waitsfield
Town
Washington County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Materials
Cotton
Entry/Object ID
1968.25.45
Context
Worn by a member of the Jones family of Waitsfield, Vermont.
Cane
Interpretative Labels
Relic hunters frequently seek out pieces of wood from famous structures or locations in order to combine those pieces into a larger and more meaningful piece -- in this case, a cane. The final composit piece accrues symbolism from each of its parts and serves to physically connect various aspects of a place's history. The wood used to make this cane came from the first apple tree planted in Bennington, the oak timbers of the original First Church in Bennington, and the Charter Oak from Hartford, Connecticut. Many of Vermont's earliest European settlers came from Connecticut, and this object links their old home to their new home.
Name/Title
Cane
Lexicon
Description
Wooden cane with cardboard faux wood sheath. The bottom of the cane is tipped with brass, and a brass ring is set below the knob.
Acquisition
1921.14
Relationships
,
Dimensions
Overall
Materials
Wood
Entry/Object ID
1921.14a-b
Context
Made from wood from the first apple tree planted in Bennington, Vermont, and the oak timbers from the original First Church in Bennington, Vermont. The center of the knob is inlaid with a piece of wood from the old Charter Oak in Hartford, Connecticut.
Cane
Name/Title
Cane
Lexicon
Description
Walking stick or cane with brass knob handle. There is a bullet imbedded in the cane. The knob screws off, and the metal tip at the base has a small spike at the center.
Acquisition
1951.24
Relationships
Civil War
Event
Maxim, Hiram, Webster, Theron
Place
St. Albans City
City
Franklin County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
1861
Dimensions
Overall
Materials
Bronze, Metal, Wood
Entry/Object ID
1951.24
Context
The knob of the case is a locomotive bell-tongue, case in the St. Albans, Vermont, railroad machine shop around 1861 by Hiram Maxim for Theron Webster. The bullet was embedded into the cane during the St. Albans Raid during the Civil War.
Cane
Name/Title
Cane
Lexicon
Description
Wooden cane with burned decoration. The cane is burned with a pattern of circles and dots. On the front of the shaft just below the grip knob is an engraved image of a small cabin with the label, "Meade's Headquarters" and the date 1889.
Acquisition
2015.27
Relationships
Grand Army of the Republic
Person or Organization
Place
Gettysburg
City
Pennsylvania
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
1889
Dimensions
Overall
Materials
Wood, Metal
Entry/Object ID
2015.27.1
Cane
Name/Title
Cane
Lexicon
Description
Cane or walking stick formed from a single, mostly straight length of wood. The handle is at a bend or knot and is painted silver. There are shallow carvings throughout the length, including the initials "JPC", a hatchet head, a canoe, and the inscription, "1907 JPC Lake Dunmore Moo-sa-la-moo", is burned into the cane.
Acquisition
2006.52
Made/Created
Clement, John Pixley (1893-1968)
Artist
1907
Dimensions
Overall
Materials
Wood
Entry/Object ID
2006.52
Context
Made by John P. Clement of Lake Dunmore, Vermont
Cane
Name/Title
Cane
Lexicon
Description
Wooden cane with silver knob-style handle engraved with the label, "J. H. H. 1865," and intricately chased with a flora design. The cane is adorned with sixteen silver triangles that have been skillfully inlaid and securely fastened. The cane has a silver tip.
Acquisition
1963.34
Relationships
Civil War
Event
7th Vermont Infantry
Person or Organization
Place
Northfield
Town
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
Hurley, John Henry (1836-1909)
Artist
1865
Dimensions
Overall
Materials
Wood, Silver
Entry/Object ID
1963.34.2
Context
Made by Sergeant John H. Hurley of Northfield, Vermont, during Civil War. According to family history, Hurley made it from a tree root, using only a jack knife and a file.
Cane
Name/Title
Cane
Lexicon
Description
Oak cane with a curved handle. The bottom end of the can is fitted with a metal tip. There is an embossed metal band encircling where the handle meets the stick.
Acquisition
1885.3
Relationships
American Revolutionary War
Event
Arnold, Benedict (1741-1801)
Person or Organization
Place
Lake Champlain
Lake
Burlington
City
Chittenden County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
1776
Dimensions
Overall
Materials
Metal, Oak
Entry/Object ID
1885.3.1
Context
Made from the keel of "The Congress" flag ship of Benedict Arnold, in his last naval battle with the British on Lake Champlain, Oct. 13, 1776.
Cane
Name/Title
Cane
Lexicon
Description
Walking cane "Presented to Col. Stephen Thomas by the Comrades of the 8th Reg. Vermont Vols Sept 6, 1883." The cane is wood, painted black, with a nickel silver tip and a gold engeaved cap with filigree design.
Acquisition
2016.38
Relationships
Civil War
Event
Thomas, Stephen (1809-1903), 8th Vermont Infantry
Place
Bethel
Town
Windsor County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
1863
Dimensions
Materials
Wood, Silver, Gold
Entry/Object ID
2016.38.2
Cap
Name/Title
Cap
Lexicon
Description
This net cap features short lappets and a crown made of black nettings. The crown is adorned with a black-and-cream ribbon, forming a crosshatched pattern. The cap is bordered all around with cream-color netting, which is embellished with sheer cream-color ribbons. Additionally, there are ribbon bows or rosettes positioned at the center front and center back of the cap.
Acquisition
1993.14
Relationships
Place
Barnet
Town
Caledonia County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
1850-1860
Dimensions
Overall
Materials
Silk
Entry/Object ID
1993.14.6
Context
Worn by a member of the Blair or Gilfillan families of Barnet, Vermont.
Cap
Name/Title
Cap
Lexicon
Description
Black felted wool cap with a leather brim (detached). The crown is unstiffened. The base of the crown is decorated with a silver ribbon, and a red velvet cross is appliqued to the center front. The interior is lined with leather, and there is a label that reads, "J.R. Pettis & Co., Troy, N.Y."
Acquisition
1976.43
Relationships
Kent, LeRoy Abdiel (1843-1911), Knights Templar
Place
Calais
Town
Washington County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Dimensions
Overall
Materials
Leather, Wool
Entry/Object ID
1976.43.111c
Context
Worn by LeRoy A. Kent of Calais, Vermont, as a member of the Knights Templar.
Cap
Name/Title
Cap
Lexicon
Description
Soft cap that is heavily beaded with glass beads in a floral pattern. The beads are in shades of blue, green, yellow, white, red, and pink The ground fabric is brown, but may have once been black.
Acquisition
1986.40
Materials
Cloth, Beads
Entry/Object ID
1986.40.6
Cap
Name/Title
Cap
Lexicon
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
Cap
White
Color
Dimity
Fabric
Cotton
Material
Female
Description
Semi-sheer white cotton cap. The cap is made from finely woven cotton with a float pattern forming small dots. The cap is made in two parts: the crown and brim. The crown is gathered into small pleats to the brim all the way around, and is cut wide, allowing for volume. There is a self-fabric ruffle pleated around the entire edge. There is a narrow drawstring along the base of the crown. A cotton tie is attached to each bottom corner of the brim. There are no traces of starch.
Acquisition
1937.8
Relationships
Knight, Sarah Hill (1805-1869)
Person or Organization
Place
Starksboro
Town
Addison County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
circa 1825
Entry/Object ID
1937.8.2
Context
Worn by Sarah Hill Knight of Starksboro, Vermont
Cap
Name/Title
Cap
Lexicon
Description
Straw cap with a rounded front brim. The crown is formed from 6 wedges with alternating weave structures. There is a short, turned up tail around the back of the crown. A tag on the interior reads, "Hadson Size Medium".
Acquisition
1976.42
Made/Created
1950-1970
Materials
Straw, Cardboard
Entry/Object ID
1976.42.4
Cap
Name/Title
Cap
Lexicon
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
Cap
White
Color
Cotton
Material
Female
Description
Heavily starched sheer white cotton cap with couched braid decoration. The cap is made in two parts: the brim and the crown. The crown is gathered to the brim and has a narrow drawstring along the bottom edge. The brim angles downward at the sides. Both the brim and crown have the couched decoration in a pattern abstract swirls and leaves.
Acquisition
1946.24
Relationships
Ordway, Rhoda Hovey (1803-1878)
Person or Organization
Place
Chelsea
Town
Orange County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
circa 1850
Entry/Object ID
1946.24
Context
Worn by Rhoda Hovey Ordway of Chelsea, Vermont
Cap
Name/Title
Cap
Lexicon
Description
This is a black wool crocheted hood or bonnet. The bonnet is crocheted to form the shape of a formal bonnet, complete with a brim, crown, and tail. There is a slight rise at the point where the brim and crown attach. The brim joins the tail completely, ensuring that the wearer's neck is fully covered. Ribbons are tied under the chin to secure the bonnet in place.
Acquisition
1947.1
Relationships
Hodge, Anna Phoebe Smalley (1838-1938)
Person or Organization
Place
Albany
Town
Orleans County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Materials
Wool
Entry/Object ID
1947.1.2
Context
Worn by Ann Phoebe Hodge of Albany, Vermont
Cap
Name/Title
Cap
Lexicon
Description
White cotton cap with a wide stiffened brim. The brim and neck are trimmed with white cotton edged in narrow lace. There are 4 ties for securing the cap to the wearer's head.
Acquisition
1970.17
Relationships
Place
Montgomery
Town
Franklin County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Materials
Cotton
Entry/Object ID
1970.17.18
Context
Owned by a member of the Wade family in Montgomery, Vermont
Cap
Name/Title
Cap
Lexicon
Description
Black silk cap with no brim. The center front of the cap is embroidered in silver with the initials KT beneath a red cross. There is a silver bottom on each side that are connected by a silver cord that runs across the front of the hat.
Acquisition
1976.43
Relationships
Kent, LeRoy Abdiel (1843-1911), Knights Templar
Place
Kent's Corner
Village
Calais
Town
Washington County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Dimensions
Overall
Materials
Silk, Silver
Entry/Object ID
1976.43.111b
Context
Worn by LeRoy A. Kent of Calais, Vermont, as a member of the Knights Templar.
Cap
Name/Title
Cap
Lexicon
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
Cap
White
Color
Dimity
Fabric
Cotton
Material
Female
Description
Semi-sheer white cotton cap. The cap is made from finely woven cotton with a float pattern forming small dots. The cap is made in two parts: the crown and brim. The crown is gathered into small pleats to the brim at the center top, and is cut wide, allowing for volume. The wide brim angles downward at the bottom edges. There is a self-fabric ruffle pleated around the entire edge. There is a narrow drawstring along the base of the crown. The brim has a rust-colored liquid stain on the proper right side, close to the wearer's ear. There are no traces of starch.
Acquisition
1937.8
Relationships
Knight, Sarah Hill (1805-1869)
Person or Organization
Place
Starksboro
Town
Addison County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
1830
Entry/Object ID
1937.8.1
Context
Worn by Sarah Hill Knight of Starksboro, Vermont
Cap
Name/Title
Cap
Lexicon
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
Cap
Muslin
Fabric
Cotton
Material
Female
Description
Semi-sheer white cotton cap constructed in two parts: the caul and the brim. The caul is gathered at the base of the neck, creating very slight fullness. The brim is embroidered with white thread in a pattern of leaves and grapes. The edge is trimmed with loosely worked lace.
Acquisition
1951.25
Made/Created
Butterfield, Laura Jane Wilson (1822-1856)
Artist
circa 1855
Entry/Object ID
1951.25.3a
Context
Made by Laura Jane Wilson Butterfield
Cap
Name/Title
Cap
Lexicon
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
Cap
White
Color
Dimity
Fabric
Cotton
Material
Female
Description
White cotton cap constructed in two parts: the caul and the brim. The brim completely encircles the caul, which is gathered into the brim creating fullness. The edge is trimmed with lace netting, and there are ties attached to each corner of the brim. The fabric is corded dimity in a windowpane pattern.
Acquisition
1953.15
Made/Created
circa 1830
Entry/Object ID
1953.15.4
Cap
Name/Title
Cap
Lexicon
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
Cap
White
Color
Muslin
Fabric
Cotton
Material
Machine Running Stitch
Sewing Stitch Type
Female
Description
White cotton cap. The cap is constructed in two parts: a crown and wide brim. The crown is gathered into the brim, giving it slight fullness. The base of the crown is gathered into a neckband. The brim comes down to points at the corners, and there are cotton twill tape ties attached to each corner. The entirety is machine sewn. There are no traces of starch.
Acquisition
1953.18
Entry/Object ID
1953.18.17a
Cap
Name/Title
Cap
Lexicon
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
Cap
White
Color
Dimity
Fabric
Cotton
Material
Female
Description
White cotton cap constructed in two parts: the caul and the brim. The caul is gathered into the brim at the center top, creating a small amount of fullness, and the seam is trimmed with piping. The bottom edge of the cap is adjustable with a drawstring, and there are ties attached to each corner of the brim. The edge is trimmed with lace. The fabric is corded dimity in a windowpane pattern.
Acquisition
1953.18
Relationships
Day, Lucy Munro Hale (1816-1887)
Person or Organization
Place
Ludlow
Town
Windsor County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
circa 1860
Entry/Object ID
1953.18.18
Context
Worn by Lucy Munro Hale Day of Ludlow, Vermont
Cap
Name/Title
Cap
Lexicon
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
Cap
White
Color
Lace
Fabric
Cotton
Material
Female
Description
White cotton knitted lace cap. The cap is knitted in bands of decorative openwork with various repeating diamond patterns. The back of the cap is knitted in wedges. The edges are trimmed with crocheted lace, and crocheted lace ties are attached to each corner of the brim. The ties are asymmetrical in length, indicating that they would tie to one side of the wearer's face.
Acquisition
1953.18
Relationships
Day, Lucy Munro Hale (1816-1887)
Person or Organization
Place
Ludlow
Town
Windsor County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
circa 1850
Entry/Object ID
1953.18.20
Context
Worn by Lucy Monro Hale Day of Ludlow, Vermont
Cap
Name/Title
Cap
Lexicon
Description
This is a brown silk quilted cap or bonnet. The cap is quilted in diamonds with running stitches. The edge is decorated with a self-fabric pinked ruffle, which is only remaining on the proper left side. There is a self-fabric bow at the center back base. Self-fabric ribbons are tied under the chin.
Acquisition
1953.18
Relationships
Day, Lucy Munro Hale (1816-1887)
Person or Organization
Place
Ludlow
Town
Windsor County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
circa 1870
Materials
Silk, Wool
Entry/Object ID
1953.18.25
Context
Owned by Lucy Day in Ludlow, Vermont
Cap
Name/Title
Cap
Lexicon
Description
This red silk cap is adorned with a Buddha applique on the front. On each side of the cap, there is an embroidered flower. Additionally, the cap features stuffed animal ears that protrude from the crown. The interior of the cap is lined with a blue and green floral fabric. Lastly, there is a single-thread loop situated at the crown.
Acquisition
1999.50
Relationships
World War II
Event
Coutts, Flora (1897-1983), American Red Cross
,
Made/Created
1920-1935
Dimensions
Overall
Materials
Silk
Entry/Object ID
1999.50.8
Context
Collected by Flora Coutts of Hardwick, Vermont. Coutts worked as a teacher in Korea, and volunteered with the Red Cross in China.
Cap
Name/Title
Cap
Lexicon
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
Cap
White
Color
Tulle
Fabric
Cotton
Material
Female
Description
Sheer white embroidered net cap constructed in three parts: the caul, the brim, and the neck ruffle. Each pieces is embroidered with alternating bands of ovals and leafy vines. The edge is trimmed with machine-made lace. There is a light-blue satin bow at the center back neckline.
Acquisition
1954.22
Relationships
Place
Montpelier
City
Washington County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
circa 1860
Entry/Object ID
1954.22.9
Context
Worn by a member of the Dewey family of Montpelier, Vermont
Cap
Name/Title
Cap
Lexicon
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
Cap
White
Color
Muslin
Fabric
Cotton
Material
Female
Description
White cotton cap constructed in 2 parts: the caul and the brim. The caul is gathered into the brim and around a cord at the neckline, creating even fullness. Both piece are embroidered with white thread with a design of leafy vines.
Acquisition
1954.22
Relationships
Place
Montpelier
City
Washington County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
19th Century
Entry/Object ID
1954.22.10
Context
Worn by a member of the Dewey family of Montpelier, Vermont
Cap
Name/Title
Cap
Lexicon
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
Cap
White
Color
Lace
Fabric
Cotton
Material
Female
Description
White cotton knitted lace cap. The cap is knitted in bands of decorative openwork with various repeating geometric and floral patterns. The edges are trimmed with bobbin lace, and cotton ties are attached to each corner of the brim.
Acquisition
1954.29
Made/Created
circa 1850
Entry/Object ID
1954.29.6
Cap
Name/Title
Cap
Lexicon
Description
White cotton cap constructed in two parts: the brim and the crown. The crown is cut close with little fullness. The brim is decorated with chainstitch embroidery (likely machine) in a design of vine leaves. The edges are trimmed with a band of machine-made lace in a diaper pattern. There is a cotton tie attached to each corner of the brim.
Acquisition
1958.1
Made/Created
1850-1870
Entry/Object ID
1958.1.1199
Context
Possibly worn by a member of the Rugg family.
Cap
Name/Title
Cap
Lexicon
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
Cap
White
Color
Knit
Fabric
Cotton
Material
Female
Description
Closely fitted knitted cap with crocheted border. There are cotton ties attached to each end. The end of each tie is embroidered with white flowers, each with an eyelet in the center.
Acquisition
1958.41
Made/Created
Davis, Hannah Barnes
Artist
Likely
Attribution
circa 1860
Entry/Object ID
1958.41.4a
Context
Likely made by Hannah Barnes Davis of East Montpelier, Vermont
Cap
Name/Title
Cap
Lexicon
Description
White cotton cap. The crown is decorated and reinforced with quilted cording, around which the fabric is ruched. The brim is quilted perpendicular to the crown. The brim is edged with a ruffle of self fabric. There is a long neck ruffle, and 2 short ties at the center front to tie around the wearer's neck.
Acquisition
1972.19
Relationships
Bigelow, Mary Helen Pingry (1857-1896)
Person or Organization
Materials
Cotton
Entry/Object ID
1972.19.4
Cap
Name/Title
Cap
Lexicon
Description
This painters cap is white and made of cotton with a plastic visor. On the crown of the cap, "U-32 Class of 2002", is printed in blue.
Acquisition
1999.11
Relationships
Stasheski, Stephen, Union High School District No. 32
,
Made/Created
1996
CROWD Specialties
Dimensions
Overall
Materials
Cotton, Plastic
Entry/Object ID
1999.11.6
Context
Owned by Stephen Stasheski of East Calais, Vermont
Cap
Name/Title
Cap
Lexicon
Description
Black wool cap with a flat-topped round crown and short, rounded brim in the front. There is a fabric-covered button at either side of the brim, connected across the front with a black ribbon that stitched onto the base of the crown.
Acquisition
1960.104
Dimensions
Overall
Materials
Wool
Entry/Object ID
1960.104.7
Context
Likely worn in East Calais, Vermont
Cap
Name/Title
Cap
Lexicon
Description
A brown velvet women's traditional cap with pink, blue and gold embroidery. A paper tag sewn inside says, "Bonnet Breton du Finistere." A card pin inside says, "Mr. et MMme Marcel Hamet, Guingamp."
Acquisition
1964.63
Relationships
Merci Train
Person or Organization
Place
France
Country
Europe
Dimensions
Materials
Silk, Floss, Embroidery
Entry/Object ID
1964.63.107
Context
Given to the people of Vermont from the people of France as part of the Merci Train after World War II.
Cap
Name/Title
Cap
Lexicon
Description
A blue velvet cap with gold and clear beads and some red dots sewn onto it.
Acquisition
1964.63
Relationships
Merci Train
Person or Organization
Place
France
Country
Europe
Made/Created
Dimensions
Materials
Silk, Beads
Entry/Object ID
1964.63.108
Context
Given to the people of Vermont from the people of France as part of the Merci Train after World War II.
Cap
Name/Title
Cap
Lexicon
Description
A blue velvet cap with gold ribbon trim, pointed edges on ears and forehead, hooks in back to tighten headband. A velvet-covered ring on top with gold ribbon. A blue and white lining. Three hat pins with black heads.
Acquisition
1964.63
Relationships
Merci Train
Person or Organization
Place
France
Country
Europe
Dimensions
Materials
Silk, Ribbon
Entry/Object ID
1964.63.109
Context
Given to the people of Vermont from the people of France as part of the Merci Train after World War II.
Cap
Name/Title
Cap
Lexicon
Description
A child's bonnet of dusty rose and purple brocade, purple edging and lace around the face.
a rose ribbon ties under the chin and a fancy brocade ribbon is tied in a bow in back with trailing ties.
Acquisition
1964.63
Relationships
Merci Train
Person or Organization
Place
France
Country
Europe
Dimensions
Materials
Silk, Cotton
Entry/Object ID
1964.63.110
Context
Given to the people of Vermont from the people of France as part of the Merci Train after World War II.
Cap
Name/Title
Cap
Lexicon
Description
A maroon velvet bonnet with black ribbon ties and a big black bow on the back. There is glold embroidered decoration with pearls and glass gems. The velvet on top of the bonnet is worn and the ribbon is frayed, although it never had a finished edge. One glass bead had fallen off and is bagged with the hat.
Acquisition
1964.63
Relationships
Merci Train
Person or Organization
Place
France
Country
Europe
Dimensions
Materials
Silk, Ribbon, Beads
Entry/Object ID
1964.63.111
Context
Given to the people of Vermont from the people of France as part of the Merci Train after World War II.
Cap
Name/Title
Cap
Lexicon
Description
A maroon velvet bonnet with maroon ribbon ties, lace and gold filigree ribbon trim, dark pink and teal beads, a gold tassle. Note stitched inside, some of which reads, "Offert par Henry Deus, age 1 an, petit bonnet Breton, 17/12/48."
Acquisition
1964.63
Relationships
Merci Train
Person or Organization
Place
France
Country
Europe
Dimensions
Materials
Silk, Ribbon, Beads
Entry/Object ID
1964.63.112
Context
Given to the people of Vermont from the people of France as part of the Merci Train after World War II.
Cap
Name/Title
Cap
Lexicon
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
Cap
White
Color
Knit
Fabric
Cotton
Material
Female
Description
Closely fitted knitted cap with crocheted border. The knitting is done in bands, each with a different openwork motif. There are cotton ties attached to each end.
Acquisition
1958.41
Made/Created
Davis, Hannah Barnes
Artist
Likely
Attribution
circa 1850
Entry/Object ID
1958.41.4b
Context
Likely made by Hannah Barnes Davis of East Montpelier, Vermont
Cap
Name/Title
Cap
Lexicon
Description
A maroon velvet cap with beaded decoration in green, pale blue and gold plus glass gems.
Acquisition
1964.63
Relationships
Merci Train
Person or Organization
Place
France
Country
Europe
Dimensions
Materials
Silk, Beads
Entry/Object ID
1964.63.113
Context
Given to the people of Vermont from the people of France as part of the Merci Train after World War II.
Cap
Name/Title
Cap
Lexicon
Description
Silvery gray with net lining lace cap that would fit snugly on the head and extend down below the ears. There are no strings to tie under the chin.
Acquisition
1989.51
Relationships
Tessier, Emelie Perrault (1887-1968)
Person or Organization
Place
Shaftsbury
Town
Bennington County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Dimensions
Overall
Materials
Silk
Entry/Object ID
1989.51.13
Context
Worn by Emilie Perreault Tessier of Shaftsbury, Vermont.
Cap
Name/Title
Cap
Lexicon
Description
White cotton cap. It is brimless and fits close to the wearer's head. The front opening is decorated with whitework embroidery, eyelets, and a cutwork edge in the shape of flowers.
Acquisition
1988.25
Made/Created
Perrin, Orlena Strong (1830-1894)
Artist
Dimensions
Overall
Materials
Cotton
Entry/Object ID
1988.25.4
Context
Made by Orlena Strong Perrin in Berlin, Vermont.
Cap
Name/Title
Cap
Lexicon
Description
White cotton cap with a wide border embroidered with eyelets. There are 2 ties with whitework embroidery
Acquisition
2007.18
Relationships
Catlin, Ruth Ford
Person or Organization
,
Dimensions
Overall
Materials
Cotton
Entry/Object ID
2007.18.130
Context
Worn by a member of the Boardman family of Burlington, Vermont, or the Catlin family of Shelburne, Vermont.
Cap
Name/Title
Cap
Lexicon
Description
Checkered wool cap. The fabric is black-and-white checked with stripes of red and teal. The unstiffened crown is formed from 9 wedges, and there is a short, rounded brim at the front. The crown snaps to the top of the brim.
Acquisition
1976.43
Relationships
Kent, Hollister (1916-1974)
Person or Organization
Place
Calais
Town
Washington County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Dimensions
Overall
Materials
Wool
Entry/Object ID
1976.43.57
Context
Worn by Hollister Kent of Calais, Vermont
Cap
Name/Title
Cap
Lexicon
Description
Dark green plaid newsboy cap. The crown is constructed from eight triangular wedges with a fabric-covered button at the center connection point. It has a round, stiffened brim in the front.
Acquisition
1960.104
Dimensions
Overall
Entry/Object ID
1960.104.5
Context
Likely worn in East Calais, Vermont
Cap
Name/Title
Cap
Lexicon
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
Cap
White
Color
Cotton
Material
Female
Description
Sheer white cotton cap decorated with couched braid. The cap is constructed in two parts: the crown and the brim. The crown is gathered at the top center and has a narrow drawstring along the bottom edge. The brim angles downward at the sides. Both parts have the couched decoration in a pattern of vine leaves.
Acquisition
1943.5
Relationships
Place
Jericho
Town
Chittenden County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
circa 1850
Entry/Object ID
1943.5.2c
Context
Possibly worn in Jericho, Vermont
Cap
Name/Title
Cap
Lexicon
Description
Plain linen baby cap. It is cross stitched with the initials "D.W" in brown thread.
Acquisition
1967.113
Relationships
Waterman, Dyer F. (1833-1905)
Person or Organization
Place
Orange
Town
Orange County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
1833
Materials
Linen
Entry/Object ID
1967.113.22
Context
Worn by Dwight F. Waterman of Orange, Vermont.
Cap
Name/Title
Cap
Lexicon
Description
Black cap with short visor and red button on top. Leather band runs around inside, with a tiny sticker saying the size is 7.13.
Acquisition
2003.73
Relationships
Phipard, Charles Willard (1916-2002)
Person or Organization
Place
Royalton
Town
Windsor County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Materials
Wool
Entry/Object ID
2003.73.54
Context
Owned by Charles Willard Phipard of Royalton, Vermont
Cap
Name/Title
Cap
Lexicon
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
Cap
Cotton
Material
Machine Running Stitch
Sewing Stitch Type
Female
Description
Soft-bodied cotton cap with a folded-back brim. The caul is cut in one piece and gathered around the edge, forming a round crown. The short brim is stitched back to the caul and is embellished with cross-stitched pink flowers on either side.
Acquisition
1968.25
Relationships
Place
Waitsfield
Town
Washington County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
circa 1920
Entry/Object ID
1968.25.26
Context
Worn by a member of the Jones family of Waitsfield, Vermont
Cap
Name/Title
Cap
Lexicon
Description
This is a woman's black felt hat with a visor. It features a narrow decorative black felt band positioned just above the visor. Inside the crown of the hat, the word "Berkshire" is stamped in green ink, indicating the brand or maker of the hat.
Acquisition
2007.57
Relationships
Place
Barre City
City
Washington County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
1930-1950
Dimensions
Overall
Materials
Wool
Entry/Object ID
2007.57.4
Cap
Name/Title
Cap
Lexicon
Description
Boy's tan wool cap with narrow front visor & tan rayon lining. Triangular-shaped pieces of fabric form crown with button in center to hold together.
Acquisition
2007.57
Relationships
Place
Barre City
City
Washington County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
1940-1950
Dimensions
Overall
Materials
Wool, Rayon
Entry/Object ID
2007.57.5
Cap
Name/Title
Cap
Lexicon
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
Hat
Female
Description
Red twill-woven cotton cap appliqued in white felt with the letters, "GAA". The cap is formed from 6 triangular gores with a white button at the center. The interior is unlined, and the seams are covered with red bias tape. The edge is faced with red grosgrain ribbon.
Acquisition
2014.53
Relationships
Spaulding High School, Girls Athletic Association, Blanchard, Betty Anne Blinn (1944-2014)
Place
Barre City
City
Washington County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
1962
Dimensions
Overall
Entry/Object ID
2014.53
Context
Worn by Betty Blinn as a member of the Girls Athletic Association (GAA) at Spaulding High School in 1962.
Cap
Name/Title
Cap
Lexicon
Description
Military-style band uniform hat. The hat has a flat, blue wool crown and a short black leather brim. There is a brass button on either side of the brim connected with a gold cord that runs across the top of the brim.
Acquisition
1971.28
Relationships
Putnam, Ralph W. (1876-1970)
Person or Organization
Place
Waterbury
Town
Washington County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Materials
Wool, Leather, Brass
Entry/Object ID
1971.28.1a
Context
Worn by Ralph Putnam of Waterbury, Vermont
Cap
Name/Title
Cap
Lexicon
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
Cap
White
Color
Muslin
Fabric
Cotton
Material
Female
Description
Semi-sheer white cotton cap constructed in two parts: the caul and the brim. The caul is gathered at the base of the neck, creating very slight fullness. Both pieces are embroidered with white thread in a pattern of leafy vines. The edge is trimmed with machine-made lace with a floral pattern. There are white cotton ties attached to each corner of the cap.
Acquisition
1951.25
Made/Created
Butterfield, Laura Jane Wilson (1822-1856)
Artist
circa 1855
Entry/Object ID
1951.25.3c
Context
Made by Laura Jane Wilson Butterfield
Cap
Name/Title
Cap
Lexicon
Description
White cotton cap. The brim is pointed slightly downward on each side. The crown is gathered to the brim and at the neck band. It is edged all around with crocheted lace.
Acquisition
1969.14
Relationships
Place
Stowe
Town
Lamoille County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Materials
Cotton
Entry/Object ID
1969.14.2
Cap, Garrison
Name/Title
Cap, Garrison
Lexicon
Description
Green wool garrison cap. The brim is edged with yellow piping and embroidered with the words, "Green Mountain Boys State."
Acquisition
2003.43
Relationships
Green Mountain Boys State
Person or Organization
Place
Northfield
Town
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
circa 1950
Dimensions
Overall
Materials
Wool
Entry/Object ID
2003.43.2
Context
Green Mountain Boys State is an annual, weeklong citizenship training session for the high school boys in Northfield, Vermont
Web Links and URLs
Cape
Name/Title
Cape
Lexicon
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
Cape
Female
Description
Black beaded silk cape. The beads around the hem and neck form a leaf pattern. The inner lining is a fine silk, and there are two interior pocket. The neckband is decorated with satin ribbon and netting, and there are hooks and eyes on the front closure.
Acquisition
2014.60
Relationships
Gilbert, Katherine Adeline Clement (1838-1921)
Person or Organization
Made/Created
1880-1900
Dimensions
Overall
Entry/Object ID
2014.60.1258
Context
Worn by Katherine Gilbert of Morrisville, Vermont
Cape
Name/Title
Cape
Lexicon
Description
Cream-colored wool cape with cream-colored silk lining. It is triangular in shape with a rounded corner at the top to form a hood. There are 2 ribbons to gather the hood. It has blue and pink embroidery on the 2 lower corners and halfway up the sides. The edges are scalloped and finished with blanket stitches. It is sized for an infant.
Acquisition
1986.40
Relationships
Lindsay, Walter M. (1867-1907), Lindsay, William Cutler (1867-1939)
Place
Derby
Town
Orleans County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
1867
Materials
Wool, Silk
Entry/Object ID
1986.40.10
Context
Worn by Walter B. Lindsay and William Cutler Lindsay of Derby, Vermont.
Cape
Name/Title
Cape
Lexicon
Description
Tan silk taffeta short cape decorated with panels of inserted netting trimmed with ruched ribbon appliqued in a crosshatch pattern. There is a patch pocket on the proper right.
Acquisition
1959.19
Relationships
Strong, Mariette Stevens (1823-1910)
Person or Organization
Place
Vergennes
City
Addison County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
1854
Materials
Silk
Entry/Object ID
1959.19.8
Context
Worn by Mariette Stevens Strong of Vergennes, Vermont.
Cape
Name/Title
Cape
Lexicon
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
Cape
Blue
Red
Color
Wool
Female
Description
Nurse's uniform cape. The exterior of the cape is navy blue wool, and the interior is lined in red wool. The cape opens in the center front, securing over the wearer's chest with two straps that attach on either side to large, brown plastic buttons. The standing collar is embroidered in yellow thread with the letters, "S.V.H." on the either side of the center opening. There is a small pocket on the interior with initial patches reading "M. F. K." A sewn-in nametag reading, "Miss M. Kadas" is attached to the back neckline.
Acquisition
2018.9
Made/Created
1940-1950
Bruck's Nurses Outfitting Company
Dimensions
Overall
Entry/Object ID
2018.9.2
Cape
Interpretative Labels
Julia Wells made this unusual cape for her niece, Lauretta Riker. Julia was living in Montpelier at the time and Lauretta was in New York City. Lauretta was born in 1872 so we assume it was given to her when she was an older child. It obviously was treasured by Lauretta and her descendents since the fragile cape was carefully cared for. More importantly the story was cherished and passed on to children and grandchildren. They in turn presented it to the Vermont Historical Society to share with our visitors.
Name/Title
Cape
Lexicon
Description
Elbow-length child's cape. It features a high or close neckline. The exterior of the cape is crafted from rows of milkweed fibers, while the lining is made of glazed cotton. A lace decoration is added to the collar. Additionally, the cape includes two long silk ribbons located at the center front neckline.
Acquisition
1987.20
Relationships
Winter, Lauretta Riker (1872-1940)
Person or Organization
Place
New York City
City
New York
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
Wells, Julia Arabelle Demeritt (b. 1847)
Artist
1880-1885
Dimensions
Overall
Materials
Milkweed, Cotton, Silk
Entry/Object ID
1987.20.1
Context
Made by Julia Wells of Montpelier, Vermont, for her niece, Lauretta Riker, of New York City, New York.
Web Links and URLs
Capelet
Name/Title
Capelet
Lexicon
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
Cape
Female
Description
Cream-colored capelet or pelerine printed with a subtle, white plaid design and pink and red roses. The capelet is cut in a circle with a wide fall collar around the neckline.
Acquisition
1977.3
Relationships
Gates, Salinda Smith (1818-1843)
Person or Organization
Place
Montgomery
Town
Franklin County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
1840-1843
Entry/Object ID
1977.3.1b
Context
Worn by Salinda Smith Gates of Montgomery, Vermont
Card Case
Name/Title
Card Case
Lexicon
Description
Black leather bifold calling card case. It opens to show 2 pockets: one with an envelope-flap to close it, and the other without. It contains calling cards printed with the name, "Mr. Erwin Maurice Harvey."
Acquisition
1972.45
Relationships
Harvey, Erwin Maurice (1871-1945)
Person or Organization
Place
Montpelier
City
Washington County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Dimensions
Overall
Materials
Leather
Entry/Object ID
1972.45.1
Context
Owned by Erwin Maurice Harvey of Montpelier, Vermont.
Carpetbag
Name/Title
Carpetbag
Lexicon
Description
Cylindrical carpetbag made from flat-woven striped wool carpeting. There is a leather band and 2 short handles at the top. The wool is striped in shades of green, black, red, yellow, and brown. The oval base is leather and stamped with a 5-pointed star with a circle, and inked with the name, "Jos. Reed / Montpelier Vt."
Acquisition
1984.6
Relationships
Reed, Joseph
Person or Organization
Place
Montpelier
City
Washington County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Materials
Wool, Leather
Entry/Object ID
1984.6.1
Context
Owned by Joseph Reed of Montpelier, Vermont.
Carpetbag
Name/Title
Carpetbag
Lexicon
Description
Large bag of cut-pile wool-tufted canvas with a large-format floral pattern. The bag opens at the top with an interior wooden frame that hinges on either side and latches close in the center. Over the latch on the front of the bag is a metal escutcheon with a keyhole. Two short leather handles are at the center of the opening. A metal key is tied to one of the handles. The interior of the bag is lined with glazed, plain-woven white cotton. The inscription, "CC Upham" is painted on the base.
Acquisition
1951.23
Relationships
Civil War
Event
US Navy, Upham, Charles C. (1819-1868)
Place
Montpelier
City
Washington County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
19th Century
Materials
Wool is most of the exterior surface area.
Wool, Cotton, Leather, Metal, Wood
Entry/Object ID
1951.23
Context
Used by Charles C. Upham of Montpelier, VT, Paymaster of the US Navy during the Civil War.
Carpetbag
Name/Title
Carpetbag
Lexicon
Description
This carpetbag is made of leather on the ends, bottom, and top, with brown fabric sides. One side of the bag features a large embroidered monogram "JWE," while the other side displays embroidered raspberries, blossoms, and vines. The handle of the bag is relatively small, not a large strap. The closures on the bag appear to be functional, and on top of the closure, the word "PATENT" is inscribed.

The color palette of the bag includes shades of dark brown, chestnut brown, golds, pinks, and greens.
Acquisition
1999.28
Made/Created
circa 1910
Dimensions
Overall
Materials
Leather, Wool, Metal
Entry/Object ID
1999.28
Context
Owned by Mrs. J. W. Edgerly
Change Purse
Name/Title
Change Purse
Lexicon
Description
Small brown leather and velvet change purse with a metal top clasp.
Acquisition
1966.28
Dimensions
Overall
Materials
Silk, Metal, Leather
Entry/Object ID
1966.28.14
Change Purse
Name/Title
Change Purse
Lexicon
Description
Small change purse, made of multicolored velvet with orange silk border trim. It is machine and hand stitched. The velvet is red, green and brown in color. A small flap over the top closes with a single brown button. The overall shape of the change purse is oval.
Use
Accessioned into the Kent collection, but in the 1990s, all objects found in Kent house were added to the gift number. Objects will these high end numbers are from that group.
Acquisition
1976.43
Dimensions
Overall
Materials
Silk
Entry/Object ID
1976.43.281
Context
No known VT connection.
Christening Gown
Name/Title
Christening Gown
Lexicon
Description
Christening gown. It is off-white with an embroidered front, embroidered standing collar, long sleeves with gathered, embroidered cuffs and a long skirt with a tucked panel in the front.
Acquisition
1988.25
Relationships
McKee, Marguerite Edson (1893-1989)
Person or Organization
Place
Williamstown
Town
Orange County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
1893
Dimensions
Overall
Materials
Cotton
Entry/Object ID
1988.25.1
Context
Worn by Marguerite Edson McKee of Williamstown, Vermont.
Christening Gown
Name/Title
Christening Gown
Lexicon
Description
Long white cotton christening gown. It has a triangular insert at the center of the bodice embroidered with white eyelet.
Acquisition
2007.18
Relationships
Catlin, Ruth Ford
Person or Organization
Place
Burlington
City
Chittenden County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Dimensions
Overall
Materials
Cotton
Entry/Object ID
2007.18.125
Context
Likely worn by a member of the Catlin family of Burlington, Vermont.
Cloak
Name/Title
Cloak
Lexicon
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
Cloak
Wool
Material
Female
Description
Red and blue plaid wool cloak. The material of the cloak is heavily gathered at the neckline. The neckline in faced in green wool, and there is a loop for hanging. A small over-cape falls from the neck to cover the shoulders that is lined in maroon and cream printed cotton. There is a black velvet collar lined with red, blue and yellow plaid. The neck closes with a hook and eye (hook missing). The side seams have openings for arms that are faced in green wool.
Acquisition
2014.60
Relationships
Goldsbury, Bathsheba Walker (1776-1840)
Person or Organization
Place
Barre City
City
Washington County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
circa 1800
Entry/Object ID
2014.60.1272
Context
Worn by Bathsheba Walker Goldsbury of Barre, Vermont
Clogs
Interpretative Labels
Clogs, 1964.63.62 France Gift of the State of Vermont, 1964 In 1949, the French people shipped 49 boxcars filled with tokens of gratitude for the trainloads of food, clothing, and medicine that the United States had sent in 1947 to assist France's recovery following World War II. The "Merci Train," a response to the "American Friendship Train," arrived in February. There was an antique boxcar full of gifts and messages for each of the 48 states, plus one for Hawaii and the District of Columbia to share. Vermont's boxcar arrived in the state aboard a flatbed car on February 9. It made short stops in Brattleboro, Bellows Falls, and White River Junction on its way to Montpelier. The official welcoming ceremony took place on February 10, and included Governor Ernest W. Gibson Jr. and Count Max de Montalembert, the French vice-consul in Boston. Bermont's boxcar contained hundreds of items--dolls, toys, paintings, crafts, pencil boxes, embroidered collars, wooden puppets, ornamental fans, paintings, vases, trinkets, books, cards, and letters. Some of the artwork was given to the Fleming Museum at the University of Vermont in Burlington, some French books to Middlebury College, and individual items were sent via legislators to towns and libraries throughout the state. The remainder--nearly 200 items--has been in the custody of and stored at the Vermont Historical Society. Pieces from the collection have been displayed twice since they arrived in that boxcar 70 years ago--in the 1950s and in 1988.
Name/Title
Clogs
Lexicon
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
Shoes
Leather
Wood
Description
A pair of wooden clogs with a leather top sized for a child. They are tied together with a red, white and blue ribbon. The wooden base is shaped to hold a foot with an additional decorative point at the toe carved with chevrons, or a feather pattern. Each leather strap is tooled to show a central medallion with a floral pattern in the center.
Acquisition
1964.63
Relationships
World War II
Event
Merci Train
Person or Organization
Place
France
Country
Europe
Made/Created
Dimensions
Overall
Entry/Object ID
1964.63.62
Context
Given to the people of Vermont from the people of France as part of the Merci Train after World War II.
Coat
Name/Title
Coat
Lexicon
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
Coat
Wool
Nylon
Shell
Material
Female
Description
Lightweight pink wool coat. The coat has a wide falling collar and 3/4-length sleeves. It opens up the center front and secures with three large buttons. The coat is lightly shaped on the bodice with darts spanning from the shoulder to the bust and widens to the hips before narrowing at the hem. There are two inset pockets at the front sides. The coat is fully lined with red satin-woven nylon. A tag on the left facing near the waistline reads, "Trench Tailored / Dry Manhattan".
Acquisition
1994.30
Relationships
Place
Burlington
City
Chittenden County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
1962
Dry Manhattan
Dimensions
Overall
Entry/Object ID
1994.30.7
Context
Worn by Elizabeth Nuquist Raby of Burlington, Vermont
Coat
Name/Title
Coat
Lexicon
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
Coat
Nylon
Material
Male
44
Description
Dark green quilted nylon uniform coat. The "puffy" coat consists of a show layer of nylon, a nylon lining, and an internal layer of batting. The coat secures up the center front with a zipper, hidden beneath a placket that secures with 5 buttons (now removed) and has two large patch pockets at the front hips. There is a black faux-fur collar and black epaulets with yellow piping around the edges. There is a plastic name badge attached to the right breast that reads, "LINDNER". The width of the coat at the hip can be expanded with side zippers that span from the hemline to the waist. There are two patches on each sleeve: a curved green and yellow bar that reads, "AUXILIARY", and the Vermont state seal with the inscription, "VERMONT STATE POLICE".
Acquisition
2005.26
Relationships
Vermont State Police
Person or Organization
Place
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
1970-1990
slalom
Dimensions
Overall
Entry/Object ID
2005.26.11
Context
Worn by Brian Lindner of Waterbury, Vermont, as a Vermont State Police Auxiliary Trooper.
Coat
Name/Title
Coat
Lexicon
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
Coat
Nylon
Material
Male
42 / L
Description
Green nylon uniform coat. The "puffy" coat consists of a nylon show layer, black nylon lining, and a thin layer of batting. The coat secures up the center front with a metal zipper. There are four front pockets: two flap pockets at the breast and two welt pockets at the waist. There is a black faux-fur collar. The side seams end in zippers that span from the bottom hem to the waist.
Acquisition
2005.26
Relationships
Vermont State Police
Person or Organization
Place
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
1970-1990
Aggressor
Dimensions
Overall
Entry/Object ID
2005.26.12
Context
Worn by Brian Lindner of Waterbury, Vermont, as a Vermont State Police Auxiliary Trooper.
Coat
Name/Title
Coat
Lexicon
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
Coat
Nylon
Material
Male
40
Description
Dark green quilted nylon uniform coat. The coat secures up the center front with a zipper, hidden beneath a placket that secures with black metal snaps. There are two large patch pockets at the front hips. There is a black faux-fur collar. The outer layer of the coat can be removed by unzipper two metal zippers on either side of the center front opening. Once removed, the body of the coat is safety orange. The width of the coat at the hip can be expanded with side zippers that span from the hemline to the waist. There are two patches on each sleeve: a curved green and yellow bar that reads, "AUXILIARY", and the Vermont state seal with the inscription, "VERMONT STATE POLICE".
Acquisition
2005.26
Relationships
Vermont State Police
Person or Organization
Place
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
1970-1990
Aggressor
Dimensions
Overall
Entry/Object ID
2005.26.13
Context
Worn by Brian Lindner of Waterbury, Vermont, as a Vermont State Police Auxiliary Trooper.
Coat
Name/Title
Coat
Lexicon
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
Coat
Wool
Silk
Male
Description
Black wool coat. The coat is secures down the center front with a single row of 6 black buttons. There is a seam around the waistline, accented with self piping. Two pockets are inset beneath the waistline. The coat has a velvet collar. The hemline reaches to the wearer's knees.
Acquisition
1973.53
Relationships
Wells, William (1837-1892)
Person or Organization
,
Made/Created
circa 1870
Entry/Object ID
1973.53.4
Context
Worn by the coachman of General William Wells of Waterbury, Vermont.
Coat
Name/Title
Coat
Lexicon
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
Coat
Wool
Silk
Male
Description
Black wool coat. The coat is secures down the center front with a single row of 6 black buttons. There is a seam around the waistline, accented with self piping. Two pockets are inset beneath the waistline. The coat has a pointed falling collar and is faced with black-and-white striped silk that shows above the collar like piping when worn. The hemline reaches to the wearer's knees.
Acquisition
1973.53
Relationships
Wells, William (1837-1892)
Person or Organization
,
Made/Created
circa 1870
Entry/Object ID
1973.53.3
Context
Worn by the coachman of General William Wells of Waterbury, Vermont.
Coat
Name/Title
Coat
Lexicon
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
Coat
Wool
Silk
Male
Description
Black wool coat. The coat is secures down the center front with a single row of 6 black buttons. There is a seam around the waistline, accented with self piping. Two pockets are inset beneath the waistline. The coat has a pointed falling collar and is faced with black-and-white striped silk that shows above the collar like piping when worn. The hemline reaches to the wearer's knees.
Acquisition
1973.53
Relationships
Wells, William (1837-1892)
Person or Organization
,
Made/Created
circa 1870
Entry/Object ID
1973.53.2
Context
Worn by the coachman of General William Wells of Waterbury, Vermont.
Coat
Name/Title
Coat
Lexicon
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
Coat
Blue
Color
Wool
Material
Female
Description
Double-breasted blue wool coat. The full-length coat opens in the center and secures with three buttons (six visible). There are two front pockets that secure with flaps. The lapels are decorated with matching "A.R.C." pins. There are green grosgrain epaulets. The upper right arm has a round white patch with an embroidered red cross in the center and the words, "AMERICAN RED CROSS SERVICE", around the edge. The lower right arm has five embroidered patches: three chevrons and two bars. The coat is lined in blue satin.
Acquisition
2018.9
Relationships
American Red Cross
Person or Organization
Place
Burlington
City
Chittenden County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
Howard Uniforms
Entry/Object ID
2018.9.8
Context
The insignia on the arm indicates fourteen years of service.
Coat
Name/Title
Coat
Lexicon
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
Coat
Wool
Material
Male
Description
Brown wool coat with a straight waist and long tails. The coat has a high shawl collar and is double breasted, with two rows of 6 buttons each stretching from the waist to the shoulders. The long sleeves are curved and set into the shoulders with a significant rise. There are two buttons at the top of the tails at the center back, and two pockets on either side of the buttons.
Acquisition
1973.54
Relationships
Parsons, Aaron S. (1800-1862)
Person or Organization
,
Made/Created
1834
Entry/Object ID
1973.54.2
Context
Worn by Aaron Parsons at his marriage to Amanda Brink in Poultney, VT, on March 20, 1834.
Coat
Name/Title
Coat
Lexicon
Description
Red/pink wool coat with lamb-like fur collar, cuffs, and buttons. The coat flares in an A-shape and secures down the center front with two buttons.
Acquisition
2003.16
Relationships
Balham, Jean Louise Goodall (1925-2016)
Person or Organization
Place
Montpelier
City
Washington County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
1927
Dimensions
Overall
Materials
Wool, Fur, Silk
Entry/Object ID
2003.16.89a
Context
Worn by Jean Louise Goodall Balham of Montpelier, Vermont
Coat
Name/Title
Coat
Lexicon
Description
Burgundy velvet coat sized for a young child. It has an expansive lace collar and matching lace applied to the velvet cuffs. The sleeves are cut loos and slightly rounded.
Acquisition
1971.52
Relationships
Howes, Mildred Burr (1902-1994)
Person or Organization
Place
Montpelier
City
Washington County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
1905-1910
Materials
Silk, Lace
Entry/Object ID
1971.52
Context
Worn by Mildred Burr Howes in Montpelier, Vermont
Collar
Name/Title
Collar
Lexicon
Description
White cotton collar. The color is made from a rectangle of fabric, gathered around a drawstring along the inner edge and with a wide hem around the outer edge.
Acquisition
1949.19
Made/Created
1842
Webster, Nancy Brooks (1816-1902)
Materials
Cotton
Entry/Object ID
1949.19
Context
Worn by Simeon Alton Webster at his wedding on January 26, 1842, in Bethel, Vermont
Collar
Name/Title
Collar
Lexicon
Description
Semi-circular white cotton collar with eyelet embroidery. The outside edge is scalloped.
Acquisition
1993.12
Relationships
Place
Barnet
Town
Caledonia County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Dimensions
Overall
Materials
Cotton
Entry/Object ID
1993.12.8
Context
Worn by a member of the Blair family of Barnet, Vermont.
Collar
Name/Title
Collar
Lexicon
Description
Lace collar and cuff pieces. The lace is in a large-format floral design. The collar is square, and the cuff is situated along a rectangular band.
Acquisition
1952.21
Relationships
Wait, Evelyn Howe
Person or Organization
Entry/Object ID
1952.21.1a-b
Context
Owned by Evelyn Howe Wait
Collar
Name/Title
Collar
Lexicon
Description
Lace collar and cuff set. The lace is in a floral rococo revival pattern. The collar is round. Both the collar and cuff are formed along narrow borders. The collar is reinforced with boning at regular intervals.
Acquisition
1952.21
Made/Created
1885-1895
Entry/Object ID
1952.21.3a-c
Context
Purchased in Paris by Marshall Wait as a gift for his niece, Barbara Wait, of Illinois.
Collar
Name/Title
Collar
Lexicon
Description
Round, knitted lace collar. The edge is scalloped and the design consists of diamond-shaped leaves.
Acquisition
1953.18
Relationships
Williamson, Marcia Harding
Person or Organization
Place
Ludlow
Town
Windsor County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Materials
Lace
Entry/Object ID
1953.18.7
Context
Owned by Marcia Harding Williamson of Ludlow, Vermont
Collar
Name/Title
Collar
Lexicon
Description
Ceremonial collar embroidered with Odd Fellows iconography. The long collar has a ground of white silk embroidered with red silk. The embroidery is of a bellflower plant and three chain links. The outer edge is decorated with red silk fringe. Two large tassels hang from the collar points.
Acquisition
1958.1
Relationships
Independent Order of Odd Fellows
Person or Organization
Entry/Object ID
1958.1.1188
Collar
Name/Title
Collar
Lexicon
Description
Crocheted lace collar. The pattern is made up entirely of chain stitches and double crochet stitches, forming a pattern of open loops and trees, or leaves.
Acquisition
1960.24
Entry/Object ID
1960.24.39
Context
Owned by Elizabeth Ward McEwen.
Collar
Name/Title
Collar
Lexicon
Description
Two light blue attachable collars, with rounded edges in front. One has embroidered rabbits and a card that says it was made by Christiane Gamblin. The other features snails and doesn't have a card.
Acquisition
1964.63
Relationships
Merci Train
Person or Organization
Place
France
Country
Europe
Dimensions
Materials
Metal, Yarn
Entry/Object ID
1964.63.54
Context
Given to the people of Vermont from the people of France as part of the Merci Train after World War II.
Collar
Name/Title
Collar
Lexicon
Description
Three light blue attachable collars with pointed edges in front. One has embroidered birds on a nest and a card that says it was made by Ann Marie Cristant. Another with baskets of flowers was made by Monique Lereaur. The third has three flowers on each side and is by Denise Crohel.
Acquisition
1964.63
Relationships
Merci Train
Person or Organization
Place
France
Country
Europe
Dimensions
Materials
Metal, Yarn
Entry/Object ID
1964.63.55
Context
Given to the people of Vermont from the people of France as part of the Merci Train after World War II.
Collar
Name/Title
Collar
Lexicon
Description
Two light blue attachable collars with pointed edges in front. One has embroidered red and blue birds on it and was made by Georgette Bonnemaine. The other has flowers and was made by Yvette Glamblin.
Acquisition
1964.63
Relationships
Merci Train
Person or Organization
Place
France
Country
Europe
Dimensions
Materials
Metal, Yarn
Entry/Object ID
1964.63.56
Context
Given to the people of Vermont from the people of France as part of the Merci Train after World War II.
Collar
Name/Title
Collar
Lexicon
Description
Knit lace collar. The collar is round with an inner band of open knitting and an outer band of connected loops, imitating fringe.
Acquisition
1960.112
Dimensions
Overall
Entry/Object ID
1960.112.6
Collar
Name/Title
Collar
Lexicon
Description
A lace collar that would sit on the shoulders. No strings or buttons to attach it.
Acquisition
1964.63
Relationships
Merci Train
Person or Organization
Place
France
Country
Europe
Dimensions
Materials
Lace
Entry/Object ID
1964.63.119
Context
Given to the people of Vermont from the people of France as part of the Merci Train after World War II.
Collar
Name/Title
Collar
Lexicon
Description
Plain, brown fur collar removed from a garment. It is unlined, but has a narrow black facing around the inner edges. There are remnants of black thread from being previously sewn to a garment.
Acquisition
1985.31
Relationships
Maloney, Frieda Ruth Wheeler (1897-1985)
Person or Organization
Place
Northfield
Town
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Dimensions
Overall
Materials
Fur
Entry/Object ID
1985.31.1
Context
Owned by Frieda Maloney of Northfield, Vermont.
Collar
Name/Title
Collar
Lexicon
Description
Brown fur shawl collar removed from a garment. It is lined with white muslin and has a narrow black facing along the edges of the reverse. There are remnants of black thread from being previously stitched to a garment.
Acquisition
1985.31
Relationships
Maloney, Frieda Ruth Wheeler (1897-1985)
Person or Organization
Place
Northfield
Town
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Dimensions
Overall
Materials
Fur
Entry/Object ID
1985.31.2
Context
Owned by Frieda Maloney of Northfield, Vermont
Collar
Name/Title
Collar
Lexicon
Description
Eyelet lace detachable cotton collar.
Acquisition
2007.18
Relationships
Catlin, Ruth Ford
Person or Organization
,
Dimensions
Overall
Materials
Cotton
Entry/Object ID
2007.18.349
Context
Worn by a member the Boardman family of Burlington, Vermont, or the Catlin family of Shelburne, Vermont.
Comb
Name/Title
Comb
Lexicon
Description
Ornament comb made of horn. The upper band is curved and convex, and it has 9 tines.
Acquisition
1960.182
Relationships
Goodwin, Lucy Stratton Barnes (1811-1892)
Person or Organization
Place
Chelsea
Town
Orange County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Dimensions
Overall
Materials
Bone
Entry/Object ID
1960.182.4
Context
Owned by Lucy Barnes Goodwin of Chelsea, Vermont
Compass Case
Name/Title
Compass Case
Lexicon
Description
Leather compass case with beadwork. The light brown suede leather is camel color while the fabric lining is cream color with pink stripes (much like pillow ticking). The beaded pattern is different on the front and back.

The beadwork motif on one side depicts a green flower cradling a silver ball or bud. Below the flower are two white branches surmounted by silver buds. The branches extend from a white stem that emerges from a light purple, figure-eight form. Below the purple form are four clear and silver leaves or pods.

The other side has a similar green flower, but without the silver ball. The flower sits atop a pink quatrefoil design. Two white branches emerge from either side of the quatrefoil and are surmounted by light purple and silver buds. A white stem descends from the base of the quatrefoil along with two white stems that curve outward. These stems are surmounted by light blue trefoil designs. Two clear circles flank the central motif.

Open edges are lined with clear beads. Closed seam is lined with light blue beads.
Acquisition
1989.10
Ethnography
Relationships
Westcot, Mary C. Wilbur
Person or Organization
Place
Waterville
Town
Lamoille County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Log Cabin Days of Coit's Gore and Waterville
Publication
Made/Created
circa 1836
Dimensions
Materials
Leather, Beads, Linen
Entry/Object ID
1989.10.3
Context
According to Isaac Merrick's daughter, Esther Merrick Wilbur, this compass case was made for him in 1836 by Abenaki Indians living in the area of what is now Waterville, Vermont. Isaac Huse Merrick (1796-1864) was born in Bedford, New Hampshire to parents who had recently settled after leaving Newbury, Massachusetts. His family was part of the second wave of settlers who moved first from the eastern shores of Massachusetts to New Hampshire and then on to northern Vermont.

Isaac Merrick is first recorded as living in Coit's Gore, the precursor to Waterville, Vermont (est. 1824) in the 1820 census. Family history, as published in a small volume by his granddaughter Mary Wilbur Westcot, place him in the area as early as 1807. There are many fanciful tales of Isaac that seem to blend fact with a healthy dose of fiction. Like any frontier settler of this time, his life would certainly have been daring and adventurous.

Isaac purchased 300 acres on a hillside above the Kelley River (now known as the north branch of the Lamoille). Family records state that his farm overlooked an "Indian settlement" of "wigwams" in the river valley. Isaac farmed the land and made a name for himself as a trader/smuggler. During this time, Britain enacted fairly stiff tariffs on goods crossing the Canadian border and many enterprising Vermonters took the risk of smuggling through the mountains for potential fortune. The family stories mention Isaac's partnership with Indians in these cross-border trading endeavors.

This small beaded case bears witness to this partnership with a beautiful Abenaki work of art designed to hold a European navigation device. The provenance of this item helps document an Abenaki community in the Waterville area in the first half of the 19th century as well as providing an example of stylistically distinct beadwork motifs.
Conductor Hat
Name/Title
Conductor Hat
Lexicon
Description
Wool, flat-topped train conductor's hat with square, leather-covered brim. At the center front is a metal plate with the stamped inscription, "BOSTON & MAINE / TRAINMAN".
Acquisition
1972.61
Relationships
Boston & Maine Railroad
Person or Organization
Dimensions
Overall
Entry/Object ID
1972.61.3
Context
Worn by an employee of the Boston & Maine Railroad.
Conductor Hat
Name/Title
Conductor Hat
Lexicon
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
Hat
Blue
Color
Wool
Material
Male
Description
Train conductor's hat with silver buttons on either side bearing the initials of the Canadian National Railroad. The crown of the hat is formed of navy-blue felted wool. It has a wide band of black, basket-woven cords, and twisted cords of black or navy silk cross the front of the band, looping around the two silver side buttons. The hat has a round front brim covered and edged in thin leather.
Acquisition
2021.5
Relationships
Canadian National Railway, Central Vermont Railway
Entry/Object ID
2021.5.1
Context
Worn by an employee of the Canadian National Express, which at one time operated within Vermont.
Corsage
Interpretative Labels
Postal Savings Stamps, such as the ones here, were issued by the US government in an effort to raise money for World War II. The stamps were a cheaper alternative to larger denomination war bonds, rather than stamps used to pay postage on mail. Once enough stamps had been collected by a person, they could exchange them for a war bond of equivalent value. This corsage not only represents a patriotic spirit on the part of the wearer, it also visible shows a tangible 80-cent donation to the war effort.
Name/Title
Corsage
Lexicon
Description
Corsage made from postage stamps and cotton fabric. Each stamp is encased in cellophane and printed with the words "AMERICAN ON GUARD / 10C / U.S. POSTAL SAVINGS" and an image of a soldier. They are tied to a red-white-and-blue bunch of fake floral buds and 3 bias-cut strips of cotton (red, white, and blue).
Acquisition
2005.23
Relationships
World War II
Event
Made/Created
Averill, Theresa Marie Camire (1926-2019)
Artist
1941
Dimensions
Overall
Materials
Paper, Plastic, Cotton
Entry/Object ID
2005.23.3
Context
Likely made by Theresa C. Averill of Barre, Vermont
Corset
Name/Title
Corset
Lexicon
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
Corset
Female
Description
Pink silk corset. It is gored to accommodate pregnancy. The size is adjustable via 4 areas of lacing on the sides. There is an interior underbust corset beneath the outer layer that is boned. It opens and closes with a row of hooks and eyes along the back. There are 4 garter straps.
Acquisition
1977.2
Made/Created
1930
Charis Corp.
Entry/Object ID
1977.2
Corset
Name/Title
Corset
Lexicon
Description
Unboned white cotton corset. The garment is constructed of five panels and has straps over the shoulders. It opens down the center back, and there are 9 eyelets on each side of the opening. There is cording on both sides of the eyelets for reinforcement. There is an opening and channel at the center front for inserting a busk. The side front seams are curved to shape to the body of the wearer, but there are no breast gussets.
Acquisition
1953.18
Relationships
Day, Sally Monroe
Person or Organization
Place
Ludlow
Town
Windsor County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
circa 1830
Materials
Cotton
Entry/Object ID
1953.18.22
Context
Worn by Sally Monroe Day
Corset
Name/Title
Corset
Lexicon
Description
Two-piece cotton corset. The corset is fully boned and opens down the center front and back. The front is is secured with straight steel busk with four eyes. The back laces through metal eyelets. The bust gussets are heavily embroidered in white vines.
Acquisition
1953.22
Made/Created
1850-1879
Entry/Object ID
1953.22.5
Corset
Name/Title
Corset
Lexicon
Description
Red silk satin corset. It is lined with light-brown glazed cotton. There are 9 stays, each of which is encased in a fabric casing and stitched to the interior of the corset along a seam. 4 are encased in black fabric, and 5 are in white. There are loosely bound eyelets along the center back opening.
Acquisition
1982.31
Relationships
Raymond, Lena Elnora Levey (1873-1938), Jones, Ruth Raymond, (1895-1982)
Place
Ludlow
Town
Windsor County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
circa 1880
Materials
Silk, Cotton, Metal
Entry/Object ID
1982.31.56
Context
Worn by either Ruth Raymond Jones (1895-1982) or her mother Lena Elnora Levey Raymond (1873-1938) in Ludlow, Vermont.
Corset
Name/Title
Corset
Lexicon
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
Corset
Female
Description
Grey corset with center front busk and laced back. The corset has shoulder straps that are attached to the back and button to the front. The back is boned in its entirety, but the front is only boned below the bust and along the center front busk. The bust is enhanced with gathering, creating volume. There is a label that reads, "Somerset Dress Reform".
Acquisition
1961.35
Made/Created
circa 1890
Somerset Dress Reform
Entry/Object ID
1961.35
Corset
Name/Title
Corset
Lexicon
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
Corset
Female
Description
White cotton corset that is stiffened with cording. It is boned at the center front and back openings. It secures in the front with metal clasps and laces at the back. Each narrow boning channel is flossed at the top and bottom with cream-colored thread.
Acquisition
1966.47
Made/Created
1878
Entry/Object ID
1966.47.66
Corset Cover
Name/Title
Corset Cover
Lexicon
Description
White cotton corset cover. The corset cover has a curved neckline and no sleeves. It opens up the center front. The neckline and armscyes are edged with crocheted lace. The waistband is covered with decorative lace in a floral pattern, and there is an inset lace band running horizontally across the front just above the bustline, separating out an upper yoke. The front neckline is gathered on either side of the center front opening, with the fullness aligning with the lace. The front pieces are cut full and gathered into the waistband. There are six tucks running vertically along the center back, and the the fabric is slightly gathered into the waistband at the back.
Acquisition
1960.4
Relationships
Place
Barre City
City
Washington County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
Ingersoll, Mary Rodee (1886-1959)
Artist
circa 1900
Materials
Cotton
Entry/Object ID
1960.4.2
Corset Cover
Name/Title
Corset Cover
Lexicon
Description
White linen corset cover. The neckline is trimmed with several widths of lace, and the should straps are formed from lace. Light-blue ribbon is threaded through lace at the neckline, bust, and waistline to adjust fit. It buttons up the center back with 4 white plastic buttons.
Acquisition
1972.42
Materials
Linen
Entry/Object ID
1972.42.2
Corset Cover
Name/Title
Corset Cover
Lexicon
Description
White cotton corset cover. The cover secures down the center front with five white buttons, and the neckline secures with a draw string tied at the center front. The two front panels are gathered into the waistband, as does the back, and there is a short peplum. The neckline and armscyes are trimmed with lace and beige ribbon.
Acquisition
1961.8
Relationships
Keith, Alice Eva Benjamin (1883-1971), Keith, Karl Eugene (1882-1960)
Place
Montpelier
City
Washington County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
1905
Materials
Cotton
Entry/Object ID
1961.8.4
Context
Worn by Alice Benjamin at her marriage to Karl Keith in 1905 in Montpelier, Vermont
Corset Cover
Name/Title
Corset Cover
Lexicon
Description
White cotton corset cover made from a flour sack. It is sleeveless and buttons up the center front with 9 buttons. A portion of the original sack's printed label is visible on the corset cover and reads, "CANAL STREET / BOSTON, MASS." There is a square patch on the reverse.
Acquisition
1991.11
Materials
Cotton
Entry/Object ID
1991.11.94
Corset Cover
Name/Title
Corset Cover
Lexicon
Description
Partially made white cotton corset cover decorated with eyelet embroidery. The edges of the neckline, shoulder straps, and hem are scalloped. There are horizontal buttonhole slits around the waist and above the bust for inserting drawstrings. There is an open along the center back.
Acquisition
1966.11
Made/Created
1914-1915
Materials
Cotton
Entry/Object ID
1966.11.4
Corset Cover
Name/Title
Corset Cover
Lexicon
Description
Linen camisole or corset cover. It is sleeveless, and the hem reaches to the wearer's waist. It secures up the center front with 8 white plastic buttons. The waistline is reinforced on the back.
Acquisition
1962.51
Relationships
Place
East Calais
Village
Calais
Town
Washington County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Entry/Object ID
1962.51.28
Context
Worn by a member of the George family of East Calais, Vermont.
Corset Cover
Name/Title
Corset Cover
Lexicon
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
Corset Cover
Female
Description
White cotton corset cover. It is fitted in the waist and flares over the hips with princess seams. It has no sleeves and a triangular neckline. Both the neckline and armscyes are trimmed with lace. It is inked with the label, "Fanny H. Fifield Bailey".
Use
Corset covers were worn between corsets and outer layers of clothing to hide any visible lines created by the corset, and to soften the silhouette.
Acquisition
1966.40
Relationships
Bailey, Fanny Hubbard Fifield (1865-1948)
Person or Organization
Made/Created
circa 1880
Entry/Object ID
1966.40.12
Context
Worn by Fanny H. Fifield Bailey of Montpelier, Vermont.
Corset Cover
Name/Title
Corset Cover
Lexicon
Description
White cotton corset cover. It has short, puffed sleeves edged in lace. The center front has a lace-insert yoke. The hem reaches to the wearer's hips. It secures at the center front with a row of white plastic buttons.
Acquisition
1966.72
Relationships
Goss, Lizzie Maria Weeks (1857-1890)
Person or Organization
Place
Brandon
Town
Rutland County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
1882
Entry/Object ID
1966.72.13
Context
Worn by Lizzie Weeks at her marriage to Charles Goss in Brandon, Vermont, on September 27, 1882.
Corset Cover
Name/Title
Corset Cover
Lexicon
Description
White cotton corset cover. It consists of a rectangular bodice panel gathered into a waistband with a buttoned opening along the center back. The top is decorated with machine-made eyelet embroidery, and eyelet ribbon is used to form shoulder straps.
Acquisition
1963.70
Made/Created
1910-1919
Materials
Cotton
Entry/Object ID
1963.70.3
Cuff
Name/Title
Cuff
Lexicon
Description
White cotton sleeve cuff removed from a garment. The outer edge is trimmed with tatted lace. There is a white plastic button on one end, and a buttonhole on the other end. A narrow band of the gathered sleeve remains.
Acquisition
1963.31
Materials
Cotton
Entry/Object ID
1963.31.6
Cuffs
Name/Title
Cuffs
Lexicon
Description
Pair of beaded cuffs, probably from moccasins. The black velveteen fabric is decorated with white, yellow blue, and green beads. The motif features two zig-zag bands, blue on the outer and yellow on inner. Both bands are bordered with white beads. In each corner there is a white flower with green outer leaves or petals. There is evidence of an overcast stitch done in tan around the outside edge. Evidence of paper sandwiched between the two layers of velveteen can be seen on the reverse.
Use
These cuffs probably lined the foot opening of a pair of moccasins, most likely from the same moccasins as 1989.10.6a-b (vamps).
Acquisition
1989.10
Ethnography
Relationships
Wilbur, Moses (1841-1903)
Person or Organization
Place
Waterville
Town
Lamoille County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
1841-1903
Dimensions
Overall
Materials
Silk, Cotton, Paper, Glass
Entry/Object ID
1989.10.7a-b
Context
These particular pieces came into the Vermont Historical collection as part of a group of items from the Wilbur family. The envelope containing the cuffs, along with vamps 1989.6a-b, had the inscription, "James Wilbur's Beadwork." For a number of years, James Wilbur was listed as the maker with an origin date of 1840. Upon further research and close analysis of the beadwork, it's most likely these date from the 1820s and the inscription on the envelope is that of ownership as opposed to manufacture.

The Wilbur family was one of the early settler families in Waterville. 19th century Waterville written histories as well as recorded oral histories indicate there was a sizeable Abenaki village along the shores of the North Branch of the Lamoille River (called the Kelley River at the time). Wilbur's father-in-law, Isaac Merrick, is known to have partnered with Abenaki in his cross-boarder trade/smuggling in the 1810s and 1820s. A beautiful, Abenaki-produced, compass case belonging to Isaac Merrick is also part of this larger family gift. For more information on this relationship, please see object 1989.10.3.

It's highly likely that these cuffs, and the now-missing moccasins, were produced in the local Abenaki community and gifted or traded to the extended Wilbur family.
Cummerbund
Name/Title
Cummerbund
Lexicon
Description
Navy blue cummerbund with 3 horizontal pleats. It secures at the back with a brass buckle. There is a tag on the inside that reads, "Louis /STYLE BY George-Wally / BOSTON . NEW YORK".
Acquisition
1992.60
Relationships
Johnson, Joseph Blaine (1893-1986)
Person or Organization
Made/Created
George-Wally
Dimensions
Overall
Materials
Silk, Metal
Entry/Object ID
1992.60.4
Context
Worn by Joseph B. Johnson, who was governor of Vermont from 1955 to 1959.
Derby Hat
Name/Title
Derby Hat
Lexicon
Description
Black wool derby hat with a black grosgrain ribbon around the base of the crown. The interior lining is marked with the label, "Twigg's St. Albans, Vt." A sticker marks the size as 7 1/4.
Acquisition
1989.60
Relationships
Twigg, Walter Perry (1878-1948"
Person or Organization
Place
St. Albans City
City
Franklin County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Dimensions
Overall
Entry/Object ID
1989.60.1
Derby Hat
Name/Title
Derby Hat
Lexicon
Description
Black wool derby hat with a black grosgrain ribbon around the base of the crown. The interior lining is marked with the label, "A. D. Farwell, Hatter and Clothiers, Montpelier, Vt."
Acquisition
1968.25
Relationships
A. D. Farwell Company
Person or Organization
Place
Montpelier
City
Washington County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
Guyer Hat Company
Dimensions
Overall
Materials
Wool, Silk
Entry/Object ID
1968.25.90
Context
Sold by A. D. Farwell Co. in Montpelier, Vermont
Dickey
Name/Title
Dickey
Lexicon
Description
White cotton dickey with crocheted lace insert. Two snaps are located at the back of the collar and a drawstring cinches the waist at the back.
Use
When worn underneath a jacket or dress bodice, only the crocheted portion and standing collar would show, giving the garment the appropriate level of modesty without adding bulk to the sleeves or armscyes.
Acquisition
1989.19
Relationships
Cobleigh, Gertie Almira Calkins (1878-1961)
Person or Organization
Place
Barre City
City
Washington County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Materials
Cotton
Entry/Object ID
1989.19.2
Context
Worn by Gertie Cobleigh of Barre, Vermont.
Drawers
Name/Title
Drawers
Lexicon
Description
White cotton drawers. The waistband is pointed at the center front, and the legs are gathered into the waistband. The hem of each leg is edged with white lace, and there are two sets of five tucks on each leg. Each set of tucks is separated by a narrow band of lace.
Acquisition
1960.121
Relationships
Stickney, Edith Cutting (1849-1915)
Person or Organization
Place
Shoreham
Town
Addison County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Materials
Cotton
Entry/Object ID
1960.121.4
Context
Worn by Edith Cutting Stickney of Shoreham, Vermont
Dress
Name/Title
Dress
Lexicon
Description
Red wool dress sized for a small child. The neckline wide, and it has dropped shoulders. The sleeves are pleated close to the arm at the top, then release to fullness to the cuffs. The cuffs and bodice seams are decorated with black braid. The full skirt is pleated into the waistline, which slopes downward into a point at the center front. The bodice is lined with undyed cotton. The sleeves are lined with brown paisley printed cotton. The hem is faced with blue cotton printed with white sprigs in 2 different patterns.
Acquisition
1993.12
Ethnography
Relationships
Blair, Margaret (1835-1842)
Person or Organization
Place
Barnet
Town
Caledonia County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
1840-1842
Dimensions
Overall
Materials
Wool
Entry/Object ID
1993.12.3
Context
Worn by Margaret Blair of Barnet, Vermont.
Dress
Name/Title
Dress
Lexicon
Description
Red wool dress sized for a young child. It has dropped shoulders and long sleeves. The bodice gathers into narrow pleats at the center front. The skirt gathers into the waistband, which is placed near the wearer's natural waistline. There are horizontal tucks along the bottom hem. It secures with hooks and eyes at the center back.
Acquisition
1993.12
Ethnography
Relationships
Blair, Phebe (1840-1842)
Person or Organization
Place
Barnet
Town
Caledonia County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
1840-1842
Dimensions
Overall
Materials
Wool
Entry/Object ID
1993.12.2
Context
Worn by Phoebe Blair of Barnet, Vermont.
Dress
Name/Title
Dress
Lexicon
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
Dress
Silk
Cotton
Female
26" waist
Description
One-piece green-and-purple shot silk dress. The dress has long, slightly curved sleeves with short cuffs at the shoulders. The bodice is styled into a V-shape from the shoulders to the center front waist, held with three rows of gathers. The waistline is pointed and the skirt is gathered to it. The dress opens at the center back and secures with hooks and eyes. The bodice is lined with undyed, plain-woven cotton, and the skirt is lined with very fine plaid cotton in white, pink, orange, yellow, and brown.
Acquisition
1993.12
Relationships
Blair, Jane (1825-1911)
Person or Organization
Place
Barnet
Town
Caledonia County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
1840-1845
Dimensions
Overall
Entry/Object ID
1993.12.4
Context
Worn by Jane Blair of Barnet, Vermont
Dress
Name/Title
Dress
Lexicon
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
Dress
Female
Description
Camp Fire Girls uniform dress. The uniform is a tan cotton shift dress trimmed with leather fringe on the sleeve seams and bottom hem. The dress is cut as a T with kimono-style sleeves. The center neckline has 6 METAL eyelets through which a leather cord is laced. A cotton label is sewn into the center back neckline that reads, "CAMP FIRE GIRLS / TRADE MARK", around a triangular logo of a W surrounded by the letters "WO / HE / LO".
Acquisition
1993.14
Relationships
Camp Fire, Shaw, Marion E. (1908-1987)
Place
Thetford
Town
Orange County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
1917-1918
Dimensions
Overall
Entry/Object ID
1993.14.5
Context
Camp Fire Girls uniform worn by Marion Shaw. The Camp Fire Girls was founded in 1910 in Thetford, Vermont.
Dress
Name/Title
Dress
Lexicon
Description
Blue cotton dress. The dress has long sleeves and a center front open. The main textile is blue cotton calico printed with an all-over repeated pattern of small red daisies, now mostly faded. The dress is heavily patched and repaired using various, mismatching textiles. The bodice is lined with white cotton, and the waist has been lowered by an inch, leaving a visible strip of the original dye colors.
Acquisition
1976.4
Relationships
Civil War
Event
Wheeler, Cornelia Augusta Corliss (1849-1936)
Person or Organization
Place
Duxbury
Town
Washington County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Materials
Cotton
Entry/Object ID
1976.4.1
Context
According to family history, this dress was worn by Cornelia Augusta Wheeler in Duxbury, Vermont, while her husband, Charles E. Wheeler, fought during the Civil War. Upon his return, Charles stated that he never wanted to see the dress again (because of its poor condition), so it was packed away and thus preserved.
Dress
Name/Title
Dress
Lexicon
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
Dress
Crepe
Fabric
Silk
Rayon
Female
Description
Rust-colored silk crepe dress with chiffon sleeves. The dress is embroidered in black chain stitches with an Egyptian revival pattern around the neckline, over-sleeve cuffs, and hem. The neckline and sleeve embroidery is a simple key style design. The design is echoed at the bottom of the hem embroidery, but the hem embroidery also includes large-format stylized palm leaves and lyres, reaching to the wearer's upper thigh. The dress is straight waisted with a V-shaped neckline. There is an attached, self-fabric bow at the center front neckline with tails that reach almost to the hem. The sleeves are constructed in two parts: the over sleeves are cut as one with the body of the dress, and the rest of the sleeves are chiffon.
Acquisition
1976.9
Made/Created
1920-1929
Entry/Object ID
1976.9.1
Dress
Name/Title
Dress
Lexicon
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
Dress
Crepe
Fabric
Silk
Material
Female
Mannequin: 32.5 x 24.5 x 34.5
Description
White silk crepe dress with a dropped waist and long sleeves. The yoke and front hemline are made from unlined white lace in a floral pattern. The skirt is gathered into shirrs just below the dropped waistline and secures tightly at the hips with two attached ties, which tie together at the center back. The cuffs are shirred with a narrow, bound hem, and they secure with small cuff buttons.
Acquisition
2012.27
Relationships
Galli, Lena Eva Calcagni (1899-1982)
Person or Organization
Place
Barre City
City
Washington County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
1926
Dimensions
Overall
Entry/Object ID
2012.27.1a
Context
Worn by Lena Eva Galli at her marriage to Americo John Galli in Barre, Vermont, in 1926.
Dress
Name/Title
Dress
Lexicon
Description
Cotton child's dress with a wide, fringed collar and short sleeves. The dress is made from a light-colored cotton printed in a checked and sprigged design in dark red with purple and green accents.
Acquisition
1939.5
Relationships
Jackson, Jennie Betsey Knight (1850-1906)
Person or Organization
Place
Starksboro
Town
Addison County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
circa 1845
Materials
Cotton
Entry/Object ID
1939.5.2
Context
Worn by Jennie Betsey Knight Jackson in Starksboro, Vermont. The dress was made out of fabric from her aunt's wedding dress (Susan Jane Hill).
Dress
Interpretative Labels
Inaugural Gown, 1989 Worn by Governor Madeleine M. Kunin (1933 - ) Burlington, VT Velvet and satin fabric Gift of Governor Madeleine M. Kunin, 2020.5.3 For her second and third term inaugural balls, Kunin turned to Elaine Horseman of South Burlington. As with the first gown, Kunin worked together with the designer to design each dress. In both cases, her commitment to finding and working with a local designer was reflective of her focus on Vermont. Horseman later recalled that Kunin could have purchased a gown from anywhere in the world, but wanted to stay within Vermont. Both gowns feature design elements that Kunin and Horseman worked on together. The third gown, in black and white, is the only one of the three to have attracted media attention. The Burlington Free Press published a preview of Kunin wearing it in Horseman’s studio, in what was largely a focus on Horseman’s business. Horseman estimated that the dress took between 25 and 30 hours to make, and had been largely sewn by hand because of the delicacy of the fabric. The following week, a series of letters to the editor objected to the article, declaring the focus on Kunin’s gown to have been “prurient” and inappropriate. Wearing the third gown, Kunin became the first woman in American history to serve a third term as governor of a state.
Name/Title
Dress
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
Dress
Black, White
Female
2
Description
Black velvet dress with large, white satin collar. The dress features a wide, surplice neckline decorated with a large, shawl-like collar. The collar follows the entire surplice, and falls almost to the elbows at the sides.

The bodice features a bias cut that is gathered at the proper left hip, where it is accentuated by a self-fabric bow held with a crystal pin.
Acquisition
2020.5
Relationships
Kunin, Madeleine May (b. 1933)
Person or Organization
,
Made/Created
Elaine Horseman
Artist
Attributed to
Attribution
1989
Entry/Object ID
2020.5.3
Context
Worn by Governor Madeleine Kunin, the first female governor of Vermont, to her third Inaugural Ball on January 7, 1989.
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Dress
Name/Title
Dress
Lexicon
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
Dress
Velvet
Fabric
Cotton
Material
Female
Description
Sleeveless red velvet dress with a low, V-shaped neckline. The skirt reaches below the wearer's knees and attaches to the bodice with gathers, slightly below the natural waist. The front of the waistline is accented by a self-fabric bow. The bodice zips up the center back with a metal zipper. The hem is faced with red ribbon.
Acquisition
1994.30
Relationships
Place
Burlington
City
Chittenden County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
Nuquist, Edith Wilson (1907-1970)
Artist
1957-1960
Dimensions
Overall
Entry/Object ID
1994.30.5
Context
Made by Edith Nuquist. Worn by Elizabeth Nuquist Raby of Burlington, Vermont
Dress
Name/Title
Dress
Lexicon
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
Dress
Female
Description
Short-sleeved, pink shantung dress. The bodice has a boat neckline and structure sleeves. The skirt is pleated at the front sides, with the pleats aligning with the bodices princess seams. The dress opens up the center back with a zipper.
Acquisition
1994.30
Relationships
Place
Burlington
City
Chittenden County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
Nuquist, Edith Wilson (1907-1970)
Artist
1962
Dimensions
Overall
Entry/Object ID
1994.30.6
Context
Worn by Elizabeth Nuquist Raby of Burlington, Vermont, on her honeymoon, 1962. Made by her mother, Edith Nuquist.
Dress
Name/Title
Dress
Lexicon
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
Dress
Wool
Material
Female
25" waist
Description
Two-piece dress consisting of a bodice and skirt. The bodice has long, curved sleeves and opens up the center front. There are 6 buttons, but no buttons holes. There is a strap around the waist interior that fastens in the center front with hooks and eyes. The skirt is gathered to a cotton waist band, and opens in the center back with extra fabric to accommodate a bustle. The fabric is a very light wool in vertical ombré stripes of green, cream, and pink. Both the bodice and skirt are unlined.
Acquisition
1944.13
Relationships
Capen, Adeliza Charlotte Child (1828-1909)
Person or Organization
Place
Brandon
Town
Rutland County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
1880-1890
Entry/Object ID
1944.13.1a-b
Context
Worn by Adeliza Charlotte Child Capen of Brandon, Vermont
Dress
Name/Title
Dress
Lexicon
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
Dress
Female
Description
Light blue crepe dress with white Peter Pan collar. The neckline opens at the center front and secures with four white buttons. The yolk and sleeve cuffs are trimmed with white piping. The dress fits to the wearer's body with a self fabric tie.
Acquisition
2003.16
Relationships
Balham, Jean Louise Goodall (1925-2016)
Person or Organization
Place
Montpelier
City
Washington County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
circa 1935
Dimensions
Overall
Entry/Object ID
2003.16.96a-b
Context
Worn by Jean Louise Goodall Balham of Montpelier, Vermont
Dress
Name/Title
Dress
Lexicon
Description
White dress with blue polka-dot sleeves, yolk, and center front placket. The body of the dress is set into the yolk with gathers, and there are three small, white bows attached to the center front placket at the bust. The dress fits to the wearer's waist with a white fabric tie that is held by belt loops on either side.
Acquisition
2003.16
Relationships
Balham, Jean Louise Goodall (1925-2016)
Person or Organization
Place
Montpelier
City
Washington County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
1935-1940
Dimensions
Overall
Materials
Linen
Entry/Object ID
2003.16.97a-b
Context
Worn by Jean Louise Goodall Balham of Montpelier, Vermont
Dress
Name/Title
Dress
Lexicon
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
Dress
Cotton
Material
Female
Description
Floral printed child's dress. The bodice opens at the front, slightly left of center, and secures with two white buttons. There is a small breast pocket on the right.
Acquisition
2003.16
Relationships
Balham, Jean Louise Goodall (1925-2016)
Person or Organization
Place
Montpelier
City
Washington County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
circa 1935
Dimensions
Overall
Entry/Object ID
2003.16.98
Context
Worn by Jean Louise Goodall Balham of Montpelier, Vermont
Dress
Name/Title
Dress
Lexicon
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
Dress
Cotton
Material
Female
14 (32/26/35)
Description
Blue or aqua cotton dress decorated with black and silver rickrack. The bodice has a falling collar and kimono-cut sleeves. The elastic waist is hidden beneath a self-fabric tie. The skirt is cut in three tiers, each gathered to the one above.
Acquisition
2003.16
Relationships
Goodall, Winona O'Neil (1898-1960)
Person or Organization
Place
Montpelier
City
Washington County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
1950-1960
Dimensions
Overall
Entry/Object ID
2003.16.106a-b
Context
Worn by Winona O'Neil Goodall of Montpelier, Vermont
Dress
Name/Title
Dress
Lexicon
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
Dress
Cotton
Material
Female
Description
Red, white, green, and blue plaid child's dress. The dress is short sleeved and a white collar and cuffs, both trimmed with plaid piping. The dress is shaped to the wearer's waist with a fabric tie. The neckline opens at the center front and closes with a single button underneath the collar, creating a keyhole opening. A tag at the back neckline reads, ""SHIRLEY TEMPLE" FROCK MADE BY cinderella".
Acquisition
2003.16
Relationships
Balham, Jean Louise Goodall (1925-2016)
Person or Organization
Place
Montpelier
City
Washington County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
circa 1930
Shirley Temple
Dimensions
Overall
Entry/Object ID
2003.16.113a-b
Context
Worn by Jean Louis Goodall Balham of Montpelier, Vermont
Dress
Name/Title
Dress
Lexicon
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
Dress
Female
Description
Two-piece dress set consisting of a dress and short-sleeved jacket. The bodice and upper portion of the skirt are white, and there is a wide, horizontal pink stripe and wide horizontal purple stripe. The dress has shoulder straps and a heart-shaped neckline. The skirt connects the to bodice with large box pleats at the front and gathers at the sides. The jacket has kimono-cut sleeves and secures down the center front with four buttons. The jacket is pink on the shoulder, and purple on the rest.
Acquisition
2003.16
Relationships
Balham, Jean Louise Goodall (1925-2016)
Person or Organization
Place
Montpelier
City
Washington County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
1940-1950
Betty Barclay Frocks
Dimensions
Dress
Entry/Object ID
2003.16.117a-b
Context
Worn by Jean Louise Goodall Balham of Montpelier, Vermont
Dress
Name/Title
Dress
Lexicon
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
Dress
Female
28" waist
Description
Green cotton Girl Scout leader's uniform dress. The dress has long sleeves and lapel collar. It opens down the center front and secures with three green plastic buttons. There is a breast pocket on the proper left that secures with a button. There are two strips of yellow grosgrain ribbon on either shoulder. There is a green leather belt that sits at the waistline, held by beltloops on either side.
Acquisition
2003.16
Relationships
Balham, Jean Louise Goodall (1925-2016), Girl Scouts
Place
Montpelier
City
Washington County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
1960-1970
Dimensions
Overall
Entry/Object ID
2003.16.147a-b
Context
Worn by Jean Louise Goodall Balham of Montpelier, Vermont
Dress
Name/Title
Dress
Lexicon
Description
Two-piece Girl Scout uniform consisting of a shirt and skirt. The shirt is long-sleeved and opens down the center front. The collar is embroidered on both sides with the initials "GS". There is a patch on the upper left sleeve that reads, "Montpelier". There is a breast pocket on the proper left. The skirt has two front pockets and two kick pleats. It secures up the side with buttons.
Acquisition
2003.16
Relationships
Balham, Jean Louise Goodall (1925-2016), Girl Scouts
Place
Montpelier
City
Washington County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
1940
Dimensions
Skirt
Materials
Cotton
Entry/Object ID
2003.16.148a-b
Context
Worn by Jean Louise Goodall Balham of Montpelier, Vermont
Dress
Name/Title
Dress
Lexicon
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
Dress
Female
Description
Cream-colored dress printed with a subtle, white plaid design and pink and red roses. The long sleeves are very full in the upper portion, narrowing below the elbow into tight cuffs. The bodice has a low, rounded neckline, and the skirt gathers into the bodice.
Acquisition
1977.3
Relationships
Gates, Salinda Smith (1818-1843)
Person or Organization
Place
Montgomery
Town
Franklin County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
1840-1843
Entry/Object ID
1977.3.1a
Context
Worn by Salinda Smith Gates of Montgomery, Vermont
Dress
Name/Title
Dress
Lexicon
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
Dress
Female
Description
Semi-sheer white cotton dress with grey pinstripes. The bodice is gathered into a high waistband trimmed with two lines of velvet ribbon. The bodice opens in the center front and secures with 5 velvet-covered buttons. The button placket is trimmed with white lace on either side. There is a peter pan collar. The long sleeves have a decorative cuff with two buttons each. The skirt is decorated with black velvet buttons placed in pairs down the side-front seams. There is a small flower made of narrow velvet ribbon pinned to the waist above the right side-front skirt seam.
Acquisition
1977.15
Relationships
Downer, Frances Irene Smith (1877-1947)
Person or Organization
,
Made/Created
1912-1914
Entry/Object ID
1977.15
Context
Likely worn by Frances Irene Smith Downer (1877-1947) in either Stowe, Vermont, or Montpelier, Vermont
Dress
Name/Title
Dress
Lexicon
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
Dress
Female
Description
Pink taffeta dress brocaded with gold bees. The bodice has two front darts, leading to a pointed waistline. The sleeves are straight cut and end at the wearer's elbows. The skirt is pleated into the waistline of the bodice with a small gap in the center front that has been covered with a separate strip of self fabric decorated with non-functional large, fabric-covered buttons.
Acquisition
1977.16
Relationships
Howe, Calma Frizzell (1772-1854)
Person or Organization
Place
Vernon
Town
Windham County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
circa 1850
Entry/Object ID
1977.16.1
Context
According the family history, the fabric of this dress was originally worn by Calma Frizzell for her wedding to Ebenezer Howe in Vernon, VT, 1796. Her dress was refashioned into its current form ca. 1850.
Dress
Name/Title
Dress
Lexicon
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
Dress
Female
Child's Medium
Description
Tan dress with red fringe and embroidered felt panels. The dress is constructed in a T shape, with sleeves reaching to the wearer's elbows. All seams and the hems at the bottom and neckline are decorated in red and tan fringe. On one side the center neckline is decorated with a small bib panel of black felt embroidered and appliqued with a floral stem. The edges of the panel are pinked in a scalloped pattern and the bottom center is accented with a round, red bead. The shoulders are accented by similar patches in red, appliqued and embroidered with a wyrm (a dragon with no legs) on the left shoulder, and a vase of flowers on the right shoulder. The center of the other side is decorated with several of these panels in both black and red: three across the top (black-red-black), and two more below the center panel (black-red). They are appliqued and embroidered with decorative elements, including fleurs-de-lis and paisley elements. They are each accented with round red and brown wooden beads.
Acquisition
2017.3
Ethnography
Made/Created
1900-1930
Dimensions
Overall
Entry/Object ID
2017.3.23
Context
Worn by an Abenaki woman in Vermont in the early 20th century for the tourist trade.
Dress
Name/Title
Dress
Lexicon
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
Dress
Female
W: 20
Description
Knitted child's dress in green, yellow, and red. The bodice is green, with no sleeves. The skirt has wide horizontal stripes separated by narrow stripes. There are 5 plastic buttons securing it closed down the center back.
Acquisition
1998.11
Relationships
Galipeau, Dundeen Cromwell Webb (b. 1952)
Person or Organization
Place
Shelburne
Town
Chittenden County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
Seemann, Kate Deforest Jennings Webb (1927-2002)
Artist
circa 1955
Dimensions
Overall
Entry/Object ID
1998.11.4
Context
Worn by Dundeen "Deenie" Webb Galipeau of Shelburne, Vermont.
Dress
Name/Title
Dress
Lexicon
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
Dress
Female
W: 19
Description
Knitted child's dress in green, yellow, and red. The bodice is green, with no sleeves. The skirt has wide horizontal stripes separated by narrow stripes. There are 5 plastic buttons securing it closed down the center back.
Acquisition
1998.11
Relationships
Brown, Laura Havemeyer Webb (b. 1950)
Person or Organization
Place
Shelburne
Town
Chittenden County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
Seemann, Kate Deforest Jennings Webb (1927-2002)
Artist
circa 1955
Dimensions
Overall
Entry/Object ID
1998.11.5
Context
Worn by Laura Webb Brown of Shelburne, Vermont.
Dress
Name/Title
Dress
Lexicon
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
Dress
Female
W: 20
Description
Knitted child's dress in green, yellow, and red. The bodice is green, with no sleeves. The skirt has wide horizontal stripes separated by narrow stripes. There are 5 plastic buttons securing it closed down the center back.
Acquisition
1998.11
Relationships
Harris, Kate Brewster Webb (1948-2016)
Person or Organization
Place
Shelburne
Town
Chittenden County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
Seemann, Kate Deforest Jennings Webb (1927-2002)
Artist
circa 1955
Dimensions
Overall
Entry/Object ID
1998.11.6
Context
Worn by Kate Webb Harris of Shelburne, Vermont.
Dress
Name/Title
Dress
Lexicon
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
Dress
Knit
Fabric
Female
W: 19
Description
Child's knitted red dress with white angora trim. The dress has an A-line skirt, and short, puffed sleeves. The white itaglio design stretches horizontally along the bottom of the skirt, and the center of the bodice and sleeves. The bodice secures up the center back with a row of 4 red plastic buttons.
Acquisition
1998.11
Relationships
Galipeau, Dundeen Cromwell Webb (b. 1952)
Person or Organization
Made/Created
Seemann, Kate Deforest Jennings Webb (1927-2002)
Artist
circa 1955
Dimensions
Overall
Entry/Object ID
1998.11.7
Context
Worn by Dundeen "Deenie" Webb Galipeau of Shelburne, Vermont.
Dress
Name/Title
Dress
Lexicon
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
Dress
Female
W: 21
Description
Child's knitted red dress with white angora trim. The dress has an A-line skirt, and short, puffed sleeves. The white itaglio design stretches horizontally along the bottom of the skirt, and the center of the bodice and sleeves. The bodice secures up the center back with a row of 4 red plastic buttons.
Acquisition
1998.11
Relationships
Brown, Laura Havemeyer Webb (b. 1950)
Person or Organization
Place
Shelburne
Town
Chittenden County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
Seemann, Kate Deforest Jennings Webb (1927-2002)
Artist
circa 1955
Dimensions
Overall
Entry/Object ID
1998.11.8
Context
Worn by Laura Webb Brown of Shelburne, Vermont.
Dress
Name/Title
Dress
Lexicon
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
Dress
Pink
Color
Knit
Fabric
Wool
Material
Female
W: 16
Description
Pink knitted child's dress. The dress has a full skirt and puffed sleeves. The bodice is decorated with diagonal blue and brown lines in alternating orientations. The decoration is carried over to the hemline of the skirt, and the cuffs of the sleeves. The dress secures up the center back with 4 clear plastic buttons. A tag inside reads, "LAINES DU PINGOUIN tricot main".
Acquisition
1998.11
Relationships
Harris, Kate Brewster Webb (1948-2016), Galipeau, Dundeen Cromwell Webb (b. 1952), Brown, Laura Havemeyer Webb (b. 1950)
Place
Shelburne
Town
Chittenden County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
circa 1955
Laines du Pingouin
Dimensions
Overall (flat)
Entry/Object ID
1998.11.11
Context
Worn by Kate, Laura, or Dundeen Webb of Shelburne, Vermont.
Dress
Name/Title
Dress
Lexicon
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
Dress
Blue
White
Color
Knit
Fabric
Wool
Female
W: 18
Description
Knitted blue child's dress. The bodice and skirt hem are decorated with horizontal stripes of white angora. The sleeves are short and puffed. There are two small patch pockets on the front of the skirt.
Acquisition
1998.11
Relationships
Harris, Kate Brewster Webb (1948-2016), Galipeau, Dundeen Cromwell Webb (b. 1952), Brown, Laura Havemeyer Webb (b. 1950)
Place
Shelburne
Town
Chittenden County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
Seemann, Kate Deforest Jennings Webb (1927-2002)
Artist
Attributed to
Attribution
circa 1955
Dimensions
Overall
Entry/Object ID
1998.11.12
Context
Worn by Kate, Laura, or Dundeen Webb of Shelburne, Vermont.
Dress
Name/Title
Dress
Lexicon
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
Dress
Knit
Fabric
Wool
Material
Female
W: 18
Description
Yellow knitted child's dress with short, puffed sleeves and a falling collar. The bodice is in horizontal bands of ruching, with chevron lines of white angora between each band. It has an A-line skirt that is decorated with 2 lines of angora trim along the hem. There is a yellow yarn drawstring at the waist with a large pompom on each end. The bodice secures at the center back with 4 yellow plastic buttons.
Acquisition
1998.11
Relationships
Harris, Kate Brewster Webb (1948-2016), Galipeau, Dundeen Cromwell Webb (b. 1952), Brown, Laura Havemeyer Webb (b. 1950)
Place
Shelburne
Town
Chittenden County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
Seemann, Kate Deforest Jennings Webb (1927-2002)
Artist
circa 1955
Dimensions
Overall
Entry/Object ID
1998.11.13
Context
Worn by Kate, Laura, or Dundeen Webb of Shelburne, Vermont.
Dress
Name/Title
Dress
Lexicon
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
Dress
Knit
Fabric
Wool
Material
Female
W: 20
Description
Pink knitted child's dress with short, puffed sleeves and a full skirt. The skirt and bodice are decorated with horizontal bands of white angora.
Acquisition
1998.11
Relationships
Harris, Kate Brewster Webb (1948-2016), Galipeau, Dundeen Cromwell Webb (b. 1952), Brown, Laura Havemeyer Webb (b. 1950)
Place
Shelburne
Town
Chittenden County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
Seemann, Kate Deforest Jennings Webb (1927-2002)
Artist
circa 1955
Dimensions
Overall
Entry/Object ID
1998.11.14
Context
Worn by Kate, Laura, or Dundeen Webb of Shelburne, Vermont.
Dress
Name/Title
Dress
Lexicon
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
Dress
Knit
Fabric
Wool
Material
Female
W: 18
Description
Pink knitted child's dress with short, puffed sleeves and a white falling collar. The skirt is decorated with white horizontal stripes. The bodice secures at the center back with 4 clear plastic buttons.
Acquisition
1998.11
Relationships
Harris, Kate Brewster Webb (1948-2016), Galipeau, Dundeen Cromwell Webb (b. 1952), Brown, Laura Havemeyer Webb (b. 1950)
Place
Shelburne
Town
Chittenden County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
Seemann, Kate Deforest Jennings Webb (1927-2002)
Artist
circa 1955
Dimensions
Overall
Entry/Object ID
1998.11.18
Context
Worn by Kate, Laura, or Dundeen Webb of Shelburne, Vermont.
Dress
Name/Title
Dress
Lexicon
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
W: 24
Description
Yellow silk child's dress with blue embroidered decoration. The dress is sleeveless. The embroidered decoration is floral sprigs and is placed around the neckline, armscyes, and in a wide horizontal band around the skirt.
Acquisition
1998.11
Relationships
Harris, Kate Brewster Webb (1948-2016), Galipeau, Dundeen Cromwell Webb (b. 1952), Brown, Laura Havemeyer Webb (b. 1950)
Place
Shelburne
Town
Chittenden County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Entry/Object ID
1998.11.25
Context
Worn by Kate, Laura, or Dundeen Webb of Shelburne, Vermont.
Dress
Name/Title
Dress
Lexicon
Description
Brown silk dress with full, long sleeves and a slightly raised waist. The skirt portion has been detached from the bodice. The top of the sleeves are pleated with small knife pleats close to the wearer's arm, and the rest of the sleeve is left very loose, curving into the inner seam. The disassembled dress consists of a bodice, a skirt (waist band replaced), a capelet, and a belt.
Acquisition
1950.3
Relationships
Carpenter, Olivia Blodgett (1811-1841)
Person or Organization
Place
Burlington
City
Chittenden County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
1835-1840
Entry/Object ID
1950.3a-d
Context
Worn by Olivia Blodgett Carpenter of Burlington, VT, for her wedding
Dress
Name/Title
Dress
Lexicon
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
Dress
Blue
White
Color
Plain Weave
Fabric
Cotton
Female
xs
Description
Blue-and-white striped nurses uniform. The dress consists of a simple skirt with two wide tucks along the bottom gather to the waist of a puff-sleeved bodice. The bodice is lined in white cotton, which is attached to the back of the dress, but separate from the front, allowing the front of the bodice to sit loose. The bodice and lining close separately. The attached sleeves are short puffed sleeves, and the long sleeves attach to the short with buttons. The buttons are on the short sleeves, with detachable sleeves having only buttonholes. The name "L Chapman Tatro" is written on the inner back lining.
Acquisition
1977.45
Relationships
Tatro, Leah Elizabeth Chapman (1888-1977)
Person or Organization
,
Made/Created
circa 1915
Entry/Object ID
1977.45.1
Context
Worn by Leah Chapman Tatro, a nurse at the Vermont State Hospital from 1912 to 1920.
Dress
Name/Title
Dress
Lexicon
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
Dress
Female
Description
Two-piece brown wool dress consisting of a bodice and skirt. The bodice is made from a brown plaid on the body and plain brown striated wool on the sleeves. It opens up the center front with 12 self-fabric covered buttons and fits to the wearer's body with four tucks. The cuffs and hem are decorated with gathered brown wool, and the hemline is pointed at both the front and back. The skirt is made as one piece, attached to a wide waistband (modern), but styled to look like a petticoat and overskirt. The overskirt portion covers the sides and back and is made of plain brown wool, while the petticoat portion shows at the front and around the hem and is made of brown plaid wool. The skirt is decorated with ruched self fabric around the edges of the various pieces and in an arch across the front hem. The back is decorated with pleated, horizontal strips of the plaid fabric.
Acquisition
1979.8
Relationships
Safford, Isabel Jane Williams (1850-1912)
Person or Organization
Place
Jericho
Town
Chittenden County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
circa 1880
Entry/Object ID
1979.8.4a-b
Context
Worn by Isabel Jane Safford in Jericho, Vermont
Dress
Name/Title
Dress
Lexicon
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
Dress
Linen
Material
Female
Description
Two-piece linen dress consisting of a jacket and skirt. Both the bodice and the skirt and trimmed with semi-circular tabs attached at the hems, cuffs, collar, center placket, and side-front skirt seams. Each tab is bound in white cotton. The bodice is long-sleeved and secures down the center front with mother-of-pearl buttons. The skirt is additionally trimmed in the back with gathered strips of self fabric.
Acquisition
1979.8
Entry/Object ID
1979.8.5a-b
Context
Worn by a member of the Safford or Jackson family of Jericho, Vermont
Dress
Name/Title
Dress
Lexicon
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
Dress
Cotton
Material
Female
Description
Sheer blue-and-white printed cotton dress. The fabric is very finely woven and printed with blue floral vines forming vertical stripes. The long sleeves are constructed in two parts with a large tuck above the elbow. The bodice opens in the center front and secures with black buttons. The skirt attaches to the bodice with small cartridge pleats. There is a large tuck along the bottom of the skirt, and the hem is faced in cotton.
Acquisition
1979.8
Made/Created
circa 1860
Entry/Object ID
1979.8.8
Context
Worn by a member of the Safford or Jackson family of Jericho, Vermont
Dress
Name/Title
Dress
Lexicon
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
Dress
Silk
Cotton
Female
Description
Two-piece blue-checked silk dress consisting of a bodice and skirt. The bodice has long sleeves with black lace cuffs and opens up the center front with 16 blue buttons. It is shaped to the wearer's body through four darts, and the hem is pointed. The skirt is made as a single piece attached to a cotton waistband, but is styled to look like a skirt and overskirt. The hem of the skirt is decorated with two rows of self-fabric knife pleats. The overskirt is gathered over a blue satin ribbon and hangs in swags over the back.
Acquisition
1980.2
Relationships
Place
Moretown
Town
Washington County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
1880-1887
Entry/Object ID
1980.2.1a-b
Context
Likely worn by Bessie Royce of Moretown, Vermont
Dress
Name/Title
Dress
Lexicon
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
Dress
Lace
Fabric
Cotton
Material
Female
Description
Salmon pink lace dress with no sleeves and a dropped waist. The dress has a square neckline with bands that extends in a V-shape to the waist, with a bow in the center. There is a triangular insert between the bands. The skirt is gathered into the waistline. The lace is machine-embroidered netting in a pattern of grapes, Greek keys, and flowers, arranged in horizontal lines.
Acquisition
1966.22
Made/Created
circa 1925
Entry/Object ID
1966.22.2b
Dress
Name/Title
Dress
Lexicon
Description
Two-piece silk dress consisting of a bodice and skirt. The dress is brown silk satin trimmed with olive green brocade woven into a Japanese crest inspired design. The bodice has 3/4-length sleeves finished with pleats and a band around the cuff. The center front of the bodice is green within the two princess seams and trimmed in brown piping. It closes down the center front with brown button and has a short standing collar. The skirt is draped asymmetrically and trimmed along the hem of all draped pieces in green. The bottom hem is trimmed in pleats.
Acquisition
1980.9
Relationships
Gleason, Catherine Harrington (1843-1885)
Person or Organization
Place
Richmond
Town
Chittenden County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
circa 1870
Entry/Object ID
1980.9a-b
Context
Worn by Catherine Harrington Gleason of Richmond, Vermont
Dress
Name/Title
Dress
Lexicon
Description
Three-piece aqua silk dress consisting of a bodice, skirt, and over skirt. The bodice extends below the wearer's waist, with the hem falling into two points at both the front and the back. It opens at the center front and secures with large buttons. The sleeves and hem are trimmed with fringe. The sleeves are made in two parts: a wide oversleeve and lace undersleeves. The skirt has a long train. The overskirt is trimmed in the same fringe as the bodice.
Acquisition
1953.22
Relationships
Towne, Frances Laura Brown (1842-1937)
Person or Organization
Place
South Dakota
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
1890
Entry/Object ID
1953.22.4
Dress
Name/Title
Dress
Lexicon
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
Dress
Taffeta
Fabric
Silk
Material
Female
25" waist
Description
Woman's brown plaid silk dress with long sleeves, a round neckline, and a full gathered skirt. The bodice opens down the center front and secures with hooks and eyes. There is a separate placket extending half way down skirt front. The bodice has boned, vertical darts in. The sleeves are cut narrow at the top, with ruffled inserts just below the shoulders, and extending to a wide bell shape with wide velvet bands at the cuff. The skirt is very full and tightly gathered at the waist. It has a narrow, lighter-brown corded binding along the hemline and a seam pocket on right side. The bodice of dress is lined in brown cotton, and the sleeves and skirt are lined in green cotton.
Acquisition
1986.42
Relationships
Gray, Margaret (1834-1924)
Person or Organization
,
Made/Created
1850-1859
Dimensions
Overall
Entry/Object ID
1986.42.1
Context
Worn by Margaret Gray of Bradford, Vermont
Dress
Name/Title
Dress
Lexicon
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
Dress
Female
Description
Dress consisting of a separate bodice and skirt. the bodice extends slightly below the waist and comes to a dramatic point at the center front. It opens down the center front and secures with purple, fabric-covered buttons. The skirt has a dramatic train.
Acquisition
1982.19
Relationships
Hall, Isabell Macfarlane Lauder (1840-1921)
Person or Organization
Place
Topsham
Town
Orange County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
circa 1860
Entry/Object ID
1982.19.1a-b
Context
Worn by Isabell Lauder of Topsham, Vermont, at her marriage to George Leroy Hall.
Dress
Name/Title
Dress
Lexicon
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
Dress
Silk
Material
Female
Description
Black silk dress with full, slightly curved sleeves and high neckline. The bodice is shaped below the bust with darts angled toward the center front. The skirt is attached to the bodice in wide pleats.
Acquisition
1954.4
Relationships
Day, Lucy Munro Hale (1816-1887)
Person or Organization
Place
Ludlow
Town
Windsor County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Entry/Object ID
1954.4.13
Context
Worn by Lucy Hale Day of Ludlow, Vermont. According to family history, this was her "Sunday-go-to-meeting" dress.
Dress
Name/Title
Dress
Lexicon
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
Dress
Silk
Cotton
Baleen
Material
Female
Description
Black, two-piece silk and lace evening gown consisting of a bodice and skirt. The bodice has no sleeves and secures up the side front with hooks and eyes. The opening is decorated with silk florets and the center front is decorated with black lace. The skirt is made of several layers of black silk and lace and decorated with loose, vertical ribbons.
Acquisition
1954.4
Relationships
Kingsbury, Oriette (1857-1922)
Person or Organization
,
Made/Created
1887-1889
Entry/Object ID
1954.4.17a-b
Context
Worn by Orietta Kingsbury of Ludlow, Vermont, and Brooklyn, New York, who worked as a dramatist.
Dress
Name/Title
Dress
Lexicon
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
Dress
Wool
Material
Female
Description
Dress consisting of a bodice, skirt, and and overskirt. Each piece is made of red wool woven with black and white stripes. The hems of all three pieces as wells as the cuffs of the sleeves are decorated with bias-cut strips of self fabric, set so the stripes are angled diagonally. The button placket and two vertical stripes on the bodice are cut on the bias as well. The bodice opens at the center front and secures with brass buttons.
Acquisition
1982.27
Relationships
Guernsey, Josephine Pratt (1858-1940)
Person or Organization
Place
Northfield
Town
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
1865-1875
Entry/Object ID
1982.27.2a-c
Context
Worn by Josephine Pratt Guernsey of Northfield, Vermont
Dress
Name/Title
Dress
Lexicon
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
Dress
Lamé
Fabric
Silk
Silver
Glass
Material
Female
Description
Silver lamé dress with silk roses along the dropped waistline. The dress is sleeveless and secures at the right should and side seam with metal snaps. The shoulder seams and neckline are decorated with a single line of blue glass beads. The dress is straight cut and fits loosely with the dress only hitting the wearer's body at the hips, where the waistline sits. The waistline is accented with a permanently attached belt with a strip hanging on the left side to made the belt appear tied on. The front and back of the belt are decorated with three large, silk roses in yellow, pink-and-blue, and green. A green-silk-wrapped wire encircles the belt all the way around with silk leaves and buds protruding from it evenly around. The fabric is woven of dark blue or purple silk and thin ribbons of silver. It is woven in a weft-faced jacquard design of large-scale palm leaves.
Acquisition
1982.31
Relationships
Jones, Ruth Raymond, (1895-1982)
Person or Organization
Place
Ludlow
Town
Windsor County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
1920-1929
Entry/Object ID
1982.31.10
Context
Likely worn by Ruth Raymond Jones of Ludlow, Vermont
Dress
Name/Title
Dress
Lexicon
Description
Blue and white windowpane checked housedress. The bodice of the dress has a central panel with two organza-covered lapels that together create a square neckline. The cuffs of the short sleeves are trimmed with organza ruffles. There is an attached cummerbund with a wavy hemline trimmed with organza ruffles that attaches at the center back underneath a loose strip of fabric. The skirt reaches below the wearer's knees and has a wavy hemline.
Acquisition
1982.31
Relationships
Jones, Ruth Raymond, (1895-1982)
Person or Organization
Place
Ludlow
Town
Windsor County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
circa 1920
Entry/Object ID
1982.31.11
Context
Worn by Ruth Raymond Jones in Ludlow, Vermont
Dress
Name/Title
Dress
Lexicon
Description
A white cotton dress with eyelet embroidery, lace, and an attached apron. The lace is crocheted and features rosettes. There are also embroidered satin stitch roses. It has daisy shaped eyelet embroidery and strips of lattice work. The sleeves are 3/4-length and it has a net fall-down collar and four wide tucks spaced down the skirt. The fabric is stiff but strong.
Acquisition
1982.31
Relationships
Raymond, Lena Elnora Levey (1873-1938), Jones, Ruth Raymond, (1895-1982)
Place
Ludlow
Town
Windsor County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
1914
Materials
Cotton
Entry/Object ID
1982.31.21
Context
Worn by either Ruth Raymond Jones or Lena Elnora Levey Raymond in Ludlow, Vermont.
Dress
Name/Title
Dress
Lexicon
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
Dress
Female
27" waist
Description
Cream-colored silk chiffon dress with purple embroidery and lace. The bodice has a square neckline and elbow-length sleeves. There are purple shoulder straps, and the waistline, accented with a purple satin ribbon and silk flowers, sits near the wearer's natural waist. The skirt is constructed in layers: an opaque silk lining, purple floral lace, and short cream organza panels that fall to about the knee. The top layer of the skirt is embroidered with rayon thread with two clouds and straight stitched rectangles that stretch from the clouds to the bust. The sleeve cuffs are embroidered with a border in the same pattern as the rectangles.
Acquisition
1982.31
Relationships
Raymond, Lena Elnora Levey (1873-1938)
Person or Organization
Place
Ludlow
Town
Windsor County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
circa 1915
Entry/Object ID
1982.31.28
Context
Worn by Lena Elnora Levey Raymond in Ludlow, Vermont
Dress
Interpretative Labels
While the donor was born in Montpelier, her mother, Ruth Raymond Jones (1895-1982) was born and raised in Ludlow, VT. Ruth's father, George W. Raymond (1867-1959) was a second-generation clothing merchant there. While we have no evidence, it seems likely that the 'high fashion' nature of this gift may be due to the family business. It's easy to imagine Ruth's mother, Lena Levey Raymond (1873-1938) walking in Ludlow dressed in this fashionable suit.
Name/Title
Dress
Lexicon
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
Dress
Linen
Material
Female
Description
Two-piece orange linen dress consisting of a tunic-style bodice and skirt. The waistline of the bodice sits tight on the body, causing the upper portion to fit loosely. There is a small triangular jumper attached the back neckline. The tunic secures up the center front and has a long peplum that falls over the skirt. It is embroidered with black French knots and stylized flowers. The walking skirt is slightly flared and has no embroidery.
Acquisition
1982.31
Relationships
Raymond, Lena Elnora Levey (1873-1938)
Person or Organization
Place
Ludlow
Town
Windsor County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
circa 1910
Entry/Object ID
1982.31.29a-b
Context
Worn by Lena Elnora Levey Raymond in Ludlow, Vermont
Dress
Name/Title
Dress
Lexicon
Description
Peach chiffon, sleeveless dress. Various sized white embroidered dots cover fabric. Dress has a scoop/V neckline with a wide collar and long tie at the point of the V. Skirt is circular. Belt and loops are higher than waist seam on skirt. Mostly machine made with hand sewing. Hemline, collar and ties are all hand hemmed. Belt is unembroidered and has a mother-of-pearl button and buckle.
Acquisition
1982.31
Relationships
Jones, Ruth Raymond, (1895-1982)
Person or Organization
Place
Ludlow
Town
Windsor County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Materials
Silk
Entry/Object ID
1982.31.33
Context
Worn by Ruth Raymond Jones in Ludlow, Vermont
Dress
Name/Title
Dress
Lexicon
Description
Beige net dress with small floral embroidery, short puff sleeves, and a two-tier skirt. The bodice front is held in a surplice over a center panel, all of sheer, embroidered net. The bodice back is held in a matching surplice over a center panel. The waistband is horizontally pleated satin with vertically pleated net appliqued to the top edge. There is a large, satin bow off center at the back of the waistline. The skirt is held in two tiers, falling from a triangular piece beneath the waistline that is reinforced with three lines of cording. Both tiers of the skirt are trimmed with knife pleated netting and satin. Both tiers of the skirt fall to a point at the center back.
Acquisition
1982.31
Relationships
Raymond, Lena Elnora Levey (1873-1938), Jones, Ruth Raymond, (1895-1982)
,
Made/Created
1914-1916
Entry/Object ID
1982.31.36
Context
Worn by either Ruth Raymond Jones or Lena Elnora Levey Raymond in Ludlow, Vermont.
Dress
Name/Title
Dress
Lexicon
Description
A long and elaborate black net dress. There are two ribbons of embroidery that go down the length of the dress. It is cut in a princess line and is cut for a bustle in the back. It has a high net collar that unhooks at side and also has hooks down the down side of dress. There are tiny tucks down the long sleeves,which have heavily embroidered cuffs. The center panel of the skirt has the same style of tucks.
Acquisition
1982.31
Relationships
Raymond, Lena Elnora Levey (1873-1938), Jones, Ruth Raymond, (1895-1982)
Place
Ludlow
Town
Windsor County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
1910-1912
Materials
Silk
Entry/Object ID
1982.31.37
Context
Worn by either Ruth Raymond Jones (1895-1982) or her mother Lena Elnora Levey Raymond (1873-1938) in Ludlow.
Dress
Name/Title
Dress
Lexicon
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
Dress
Female
Description
White, sheer cotton dress with scalloped waistline and straight hem. The dress has a slightly puffed sleeves and a scalloped collar. The skirt is sewn in four panels, seamed where the waistline points downward. There are no openings or closures.
Acquisition
2014.60
Relationships
Orr, Lillian Healy (1915-1999), Spaulding High School
Place
Barre City
City
Washington County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
1933
Dimensions
Overall
Entry/Object ID
2014.60.1276
Context
Worn by Lillian Healy Orr for her graduation from Spaulding High School in Barre, Vermont, 1933
Dress
Name/Title
Dress
Lexicon
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
Dress
Silk
Material
Female
25" waist
Description
Two-piece dress consisting a bodice and skirt of shot grey silk taffetta. The bodice is buttoned down the center front with self covered buttons. The bottom corner of the center opening is turned out and tacked in place, showing the burgundy facing material. There is a small applied pocket at the proper right hip. The 3/4-length sleeves are trimmed with pleats. A small applied faux scarf or collar is tacked around the neckline and down the front. The back of the bodice is decorated with two burgundy-faced tails. The skirt is cut to accommodate a bustle. The seams are piped with burgundy silk, and the bottom is trimmed with box pleats of self fabric faced with burgundy.
Acquisition
1955.7
Relationships
White, Amelia Pearce (1844-1926)
Person or Organization
Place
Calais
Town
Washington County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
circa 1880
Entry/Object ID
1955.7.1a-b
Context
Worn by Amelia Pearce White of East Calais, Vermont
Dress
Name/Title
Dress
Lexicon
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
Dress
Calico
Fabric
Cotton
Material
Female
Description
Long-sleeved dress of brown printed cotton (calico). The fabric design consists of small red and tan leaves printed closely together on a striped brown ground. The bodice opens at the center front, securing with hooks and eyes. There is a narrow fall collar trimmed with red woven tape and a narrow band of lace. There is a multi-ribbon bow at the center neckline. The armscyes are low on the shoulder, and the sleeves are cut wide and curved. There is a band of bias-cut fabric edged in red tape encircling the sleeve near the wrist. The skirt is gathered to the bodice.
Acquisition
1955.10
Relationships
Marrs, Esther Indiana Tubbs (1811-1881)
Person or Organization
Place
Richmond
Town
Chittenden County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
circa 1860
Entry/Object ID
1955.10.2
Context
Worn by Esther Marrs of Richmond, Vermont
Dress
Name/Title
Dress
Lexicon
Description
This dress is made from semi-sheer white silk decorated with tiny horizontal tucks forming striped bands of 5 tucks each, and is sized for a young girl. It has lace embellishments around the bodice, neckline, and hemline. The sleeves are short and puffed, with lace at the cuffs. There is a light blue ribbon at the dropped waistline that terminates in 2 bows on either side of the front. The full skirt has 3 layers of silk slips. The dress is accompanied by a pair of bloomer, or pantalets, with lace around the bottom cuffs.
Acquisition
1982.31
Relationships
Jones, Ruth Raymond, (1895-1982)
Person or Organization
Place
Ludlow
Town
Windsor County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
circa 1905
Materials
Silk
Entry/Object ID
1982.31.69a-b
Context
Worn by Ruth Raymond Jones in Ludlow, Vermont
Dress
Name/Title
Dress
Lexicon
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
Dress
Female
Description
Blue silk dress with long, full skirt gathered to a fitted and bodice. The dress has long sleeves, constructed in two parts, with a seam above the elbow. The lower sleeves slightly flare before being gathered to a tight cuff. The top of the bodice has 4 wide pleats in a V-pattern, with the center front as a center point.
Acquisition
1955.10
Relationships
Marrs, Esther Indiana Tubbs (1811-1881)
Person or Organization
,
Made/Created
1835-1850
Entry/Object ID
1955.10.5
Context
Worn by Esther Indian Tubbs of Essex, VT. According to family history, the dress was given to her as a 21st birthday gift.
Dress
Name/Title
Dress
Lexicon
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
Dress
Silk
Material
Female
Description
Black dress with a V-shaped yolk on the front of the bodice. The bodice opens down the center front and secures with eight velvet-covered buttons. The arms are set low on the shoulders and cut very full and curved. The cuffs and yolk are trimmed in narrow strips of velvet.
Acquisition
1955.10
Relationships
Marrs, Esther Indiana Tubbs (1811-1881)
Person or Organization
Place
Richmond
Town
Chittenden County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Entry/Object ID
1955.10.6
Context
Worn by Esther Marrs of Richmond, Vermont
Dress
Name/Title
Dress
Lexicon
Description
Girl's pink plaid dress. The dress features a wide, white collar edged with crocheted lace. The short puff sleeves of the dress are also accented with the same lace at the cuffs. There is coordinating lace around the waist. The dress has a full skirt, and the bodice gathers into the waist at the center front. The dress buttons up at the back, with 6 mother-of-pearl buttons securing the closure.
Acquisition
1982.31
Relationships
Raymond, Lena Elnora Levey (1873-1938), Jones, Ruth Raymond, (1895-1982)
Place
Ludlow
Town
Windsor County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
circa 1900
Materials
Cotton
Entry/Object ID
1982.31.78
Context
Worn by Ruth Raymond Jones in Ludlow, Vermont
Dress
Name/Title
Dress
Lexicon
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
Dress
Female
W: 25.5
Description
This two-piece dress consists of a bodice and skirt of cream-colored silk with a net overlay. The net overlay is decorated with delicate light blue appliquéd flowers, leaves, and swirls. Each piece is edged with a solid white satin stitch. The bodice has a high net collar, edged with lace, and elbow-length sleeves also edged with lace. A blue ribbon is sewn around the waist beneath the netting, similar to a cumber bund. The skirt of the dress is floor length with a very slight train and composed of white net layered over white silk, with the same blue appliqué adorning the net overlay. The bodice interior is boned, and there is an elastic waist strap woven with the label, "Sullivan / RUTLAND, VT."
Acquisition
1982.31
Relationships
Raymond, Lena Elnora Levey (1873-1938)
Person or Organization
Place
Ludlow
Town
Windsor County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
circa 1890
Sullivan
Entry/Object ID
1982.31.86a-b
Context
Made in Rutland, Vermont. Worn by Lena Levey Raymond in Ludlow, Vermont.
Dress
Name/Title
Dress
Lexicon
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
Dress
Blue
Color
Corduroy
Fabric
Cotton
Material
Female
Description
Blue corduroy sleeveless dress. The left shoulder and bottom right of the skirt are embellished with the appliqued letters, "SHS". The bodice is cut into princess seams, and the skirt is a circle. The dress is lined in red.
Acquisition
2018.7
Relationships
Calevro, Sheila Buttura (b. 1945), Spaulding High School
Place
Barre City
City
Washington County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
Pucci, Giuseppina (1923-1994)
Artist
1961-1963
Dimensions
Overall
Entry/Object ID
2018.7
Context
Worn by Sheila B. Calevro while a cheerleader at Spaulding High School in Barre, Vermont.
Dress
Name/Title
Dress
Lexicon
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
Dress
Female
28" waist
Description
One-piece dress of brown and black check accented with red and green stripes. The neckline has a fall collar of white lace. The pagoda sleeves are accented at the top by twelve velvet buttons. The bodice opens up the center front and secures with nine velvet buttons. Both the skirt and bodice are lined with buckram, and the skirt has been lengthened two inches from the waist.
Acquisition
2005.39
Relationships
Place
Woodstock
Town
Windsor County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
1860
Dimensions
Overall
Entry/Object ID
2005.39
Context
Found in a house in Woodstock, Vermont
Dress
Name/Title
Dress
Lexicon
Description
Two-piece grey silk dress consisting of a bodice and skirt. The bodice opens at the center front and secures with 12 brown buttons. The sleeves are 3/4 length, and the cuffs are decorated with self-fabric ruffles. The bodice is shaped to the wearer by four tucks, each of which has been let out about 1/4" from the original seam. There is a short, standing collar. The skirt consists of a false underskirt and front drape. The drape is edged with chenille fringe, and the there is room for a back bustle.
Acquisition
1959.18
Relationships
Frye, Lottie E. Smith (1865-1949)
Person or Organization
Place
Concord
Town
Essex County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
1882
Entry/Object ID
1959.18.2a-b
Context
Worn by Lottie E. Smith of Standish, ME, at her marriage to Edward F. Willey of Newmarket, NH, in Concord, VT, June 12, 1882.
Dress
Name/Title
Dress
Lexicon
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
Dress
Female
30" waist
Description
Silk dress consisting of an attached bodice and skirt. The dress is made from a plaid silk, with brown horizontal stripes and white-and-pink vertical stripes on a cream-colored ground. The bodice is fitted with six diagonal darts angled toward the center front. The bodice opens in the center front and is secured by hooks and eyes beneath a center row of buttons. The sleeves are in two parts: a net undersleeve, and a shorter, pagoda-style oversleeve in self fabric. The center front of the skirt is decorated with a complex design of triangular fabric panels connected at the points with buttons.
Acquisition
1959.19
Relationships
Stevens, Mary Ann Smith (1816-1893)
Person or Organization
Place
Vergennes
City
Addison County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
circa 1846
Entry/Object ID
1959.19.1
Context
Worn by Mary Ann Smith for her marriage to Carleton Stevens in Vergennes, VT, October 6, 1846
Dress
Name/Title
Dress
Lexicon
Description
Tan silk dress with large lace collar. The fabric is woven in one direction with gold thread and the other with green, giving an all-over tan color that shifts as the fabric folds. The bodice is fitted with curved V-shaped darts pointing toward the center front waistline. The long sleeves are full and curved toward the inner seam. The skirt gathers to the bodice at the waistline. The collar is formed of two layers of embroidered net stitched onto the neckline. The attachment may not be original as it is no attached straight.
Acquisition
1959.21
Relationships
Field, Sarah Bayley Cobb (1809-1863)
Person or Organization
Place
Hardwick
Town
Caledonia County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
1843-1845
Entry/Object ID
1959.21.5
Context
Worn by Sarah Bailey Cobb Field of Hardwick, Vermont
Dress
Name/Title
Dress
Lexicon
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
Dress
Female
Description
White cotton long-sleeved dress. The dress opens down the center front from neck to hem, securing with eight white plastic buttons. There is a pointed fall collar and the sleeves end in blue cuffs. There are three pockets on the front: two at the hips and one at the right breast. The breast pocket has a red cross embroidered patch. The left sleeve has two small red embroidered line or bar patches above the cuff. The dress originally included a belt, now missing.
Acquisition
2018.9
Relationships
World War II
Event
American Red Cross
Person or Organization
Made/Created
1941-1945
Guild Uniforms
Dimensions
Overall
Entry/Object ID
2018.9.3
Context
The two bars on the sleeve indicate two years of service.
Dress
Interpretative Labels
Inaugural Gown, 1987 Worn by Governor Madeleine M. Kunin (1933 - ) Burlington, VT Velvet and taffeta fabric with plastic buttons Gift of Governor Madeleine M. Kunin, 2020.5.2 For her second and third term inaugural balls, Kunin turned to Elaine Horseman of South Burlington. As with the first gown, Kunin worked together with the designer to design each dress. In both cases, her commitment to finding and working with a local designer was reflective of her focus on Vermont. Horseman later recalled that Kunin could have purchased a gown from anywhere in the world, but wanted to stay within Vermont. Both gowns feature design elements that Kunin and Horseman worked on together. The second gown features a taffeta skirt in a shade of turquoise that Kunin had requested but that was particularly difficult to find. Horseman worked with a series of fabric samples before finding the right one on a trip to Montreal. The bow on the front of the dress was also a design collaboration that required several versions.
Name/Title
Dress
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
Dress
Velvet, Taffeta
Female
2
Description
Dark blue dress consisting of a nylon velvet bodice and blue-black shot polyester taffeta skirt. The bodice is decorated with a large bow at the center front in the same taffeta. The long sleeves sit slightly off the shoulder, and the fullness of the upper arm is gathered around elastic to create a "puffed" effect. The narrow cuffs are held with a single blue button each.
Acquisition
2020.5
Relationships
Kunin, Madeleine May (b. 1933)
Person or Organization
,
Made/Created
Elaine Horseman
Artist
1987
Entry/Object ID
2020.5.2
Context
Worn by Governor Madeleine Kunin, the first female governor of Vermont, to her second Inaugural Ball on January 9, 1987 at Plumley Auditorium, Norwich University.
Web Links and URLs
Dress
Name/Title
Dress
Lexicon
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
Dress
Sateen
Fabric
Cotton
Material
Female
Description
Green cotton dress with short sleeves and self-fabric fringe. The sleeves are cut in one with the body of the dress, which has a straight waist. There is long front on the sleeve cuffs, the hem, and in a diagonal line across the chest. Large sunburst patterns are embroidered with small beads at the center front chest and near the hem. The center and ends of each radiating line has a large glass bead. The dress is machine seamed, but all the decoration is hand applied.
Acquisition
2013.39
Made/Created
Peterson, Jeneva P. (1915-2008)
Artist
circa 1930
Dimensions
Overall
Entry/Object ID
2013.39.2a-b
Context
"Indian" costume made by Jeneva Peterson for a school play at Burlington High School. Years later, Peterson's children wore the dress as a Halloween costume for several years.
Dress
Name/Title
Dress
Lexicon
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
Dress
Black
Color
Crepe
Fabric
Silk
Rayon
Female
Description
Black silk or rayon crepe dress with dropped waist and smocking at the hips. There is a horizontal stripe at the waist of black satin, and the skirt attaches to the bodice below the hips in a handkerchief style scalloped line. The hem is lower in the back than in the front. The neckline has a self-fabric faux tie trimmed in lace that thread through two slits in the bodice.
Acquisition
2014.60
Relationships
Cerasoli, Cordelia Dupre (1900-1991)
Person or Organization
Place
Barre City
City
Washington County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
1925-1933
Dimensions
Overall
Entry/Object ID
2014.60.1289
Context
Worn by Cordelia Dupre Cerasoli in Barre, Vermont
Dress
Name/Title
Dress
Lexicon
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
Dress
Silk
Wool
Cotton
Material
Female
Description
Cream-colored silk/wool blend dress. The dress has short sleeves, each with four tucks, over long dotted lace undersleeves. The same lace is used above the v-shaped neckline to create a high collar. There are two rows of buttons on either side of the center front; the buttons are in groups of four and placed at the shoulders, hip, and hem. The bodice has a pinafore-styled front created by outward-facing tucks. There is a slight train, and the hem is faced with glazed cotton.
Acquisition
2006.23
Relationships
Heald, Madge Rachel Richardson (1885-1937)
Person or Organization
Place
Chester
Town
Windsor County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
1909
Dimensions
Overall
Entry/Object ID
2006.23
Context
This dress was worn by Madge Rachel Richardson (1885-1937) at her marriage to Percy Edward Heald (1884-1969) in Chester, Vermont, on September 8, 1909. He was a banker and became president of the National Bank of Chester. They had four children, including the woman who donated the dress. Madge committed suicide at age 52 by jumping into a river. Percy remarried in 1955 to Lottie Veazey Taylor (1883-1964), a widow from Proctor.
Dress
Name/Title
Dress
Lexicon
Description
Handsewn, light blue doll dress, sleeveless with white ric-rack on the neck, armholes and hem. Three white buttons on the back.
Acquisition
1964.63
Relationships
Merci Train
Person or Organization
Place
France
Country
Europe
Materials
Cloth
Entry/Object ID
1964.63.57
Context
Given to the people of Vermont from the people of France as part of the Merci Train after World War II.
Dress
Name/Title
Dress
Lexicon
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
Dress
Female
Description
Dress consisting of a bodice and skirt with an accompanying belt. The bodice is tucked to a narrow waistline. It has shoulder caps that fall over the wide sleeves and both the caps and sleeves are trimmed with dark-blue fringe. The bodice opens down the center front and secures with round, dark-blue buttons. The opening is reinforced with hooks and eyes behind the buttons. The skirt is gathered to modern elastic waistband. The skirt previously opened on the side, but has since been stitched closed, and snaps added to the side opening.
Acquisition
2010.18
Relationships
Place
Milton
Town
Chittenden County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
circa 1840
Dimensions
Entry/Object ID
2010.18.4a-c
Context
Worn by a member of the Ladd or Taggert families of Milton, Vermont
Dress
Name/Title
Dress
Lexicon
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
Dress
Female
Description
Cotton sundress with matching sweater and belt. The dress is made of pink cotton printed with darker pink flowers. It has a pleated bodice with shoulder straps. The skirt attaches to the bodice with pleats, and there is a tag that reads, "A Jerry Gilders Spactator" with an illustration of binoculars. The synthetic knit sweater has short sleeves and is appliqued on the front with individual flowers from the same fabric as the dress. It secures down the center front with buttons covered in the dress fabric. There is a matching belt with self fabric covered buckle and three holes.
Acquisition
2003.12
Relationships
Balham, Jean Louise Goodall (1925-2016)
Person or Organization
Place
Montpelier
City
Washington County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
circa 1950
Dimensions
Entry/Object ID
2003.12.6a-c
Context
Worn by Jean Louise Goodall Balham in Montpelier, Vermont.
Dress
Name/Title
Dress
Lexicon
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
Dress
Female
30" waist
Description
White heavy rayon dress with puffed short sleeves and a square collarless neckline. Red rickrack has been inserted between the show fabric and the lining at the collar and sleeves, creating a scalloped trim. The neckline opens at the center back and secures with a faux pearl button. The princess seams on the front are decorated with felt flowers and leaves from the shoulder seam to the wearer's waist. There are two ties on either side of the waist that tie at the back in order to fit the dress to the wearer. The dress opens on the proper left with a 10-1/2" zipper spanning from below the armscye to the hip.
Acquisition
2003.12
Relationships
Balham, Jean Louise Goodall (1925-2016)
Person or Organization
Place
Montpelier
City
Washington County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
circa 1940
Dimensions
Overall
Entry/Object ID
2003.12.8
Context
Worn by Jean Louise Goodall Balham in Montpelier, Vermont.
Dress
Name/Title
Dress
Lexicon
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
Dress
Cotton
Material
Female
Description
White nurse's long-sleeved uniform dress or smock with long, wide collar. The dress buttons up the center front with white plastic buttons, hidden beneath a placket, from the upper thigh to the neckline. The waist of the dress is not shaped, but held with a wide belt that runs through belt loops at the sides and secures with two white plastic buttons at the center front. Fullness is added to the hips at either side by gathers just beneath the belt loops. There are two large patch pockets on either side of the hips.
Acquisition
1973.27
Relationships
World War I
Event
Stone, Ruby Grace (1886-1924)
Person or Organization
,
Entry/Object ID
1973.27.4a-b
Context
Worn by Ruby Grace Stone, who trained as a nurse in Burlington, Vermont, during WWI.
Dress
Name/Title
Dress
Lexicon
Description
An ecru-embroidered net dress with a slightly gathered skirt, short sleeves and a round neck. The embroidery is heavy and abstract.
Acquisition
1973.29
Relationships
Harvey, Dorothy Mayo (1903-1995)
Person or Organization
Place
Montpelier
City
Washington County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
1910-1920
Materials
Net
Entry/Object ID
1973.29.9
Context
Worn by a member of the Harvey family in Montpelier.
Dress
Name/Title
Dress
Lexicon
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
Dress
Gray
Color
Cotton
Material
Female
Description
Grey short-sleeved uniform dress that opens down the center with eight white plastic buttons. The dress has a pointed fall collar of self fabric as well as a white, detachable collar buttoned on the inside of the neckline. There are three pockets on the front: two at the hips and one at the right breast. the breast pocket has a square, white patch with a red embroidered cross. The right sleeve has a round white patch with a red cross in the center and the words, "AMERICAN RED CROSS VOLUNTEER" around the edge.
Acquisition
2018.9
Relationships
American Red Cross
Person or Organization
Made/Created
20th Century
Entry/Object ID
2018.9.4
Dress
Name/Title
Dress
Lexicon
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
Dress
Cotton
Material
Female
Description
Long-sleeved grey cotton uniform dress with white detachable collar, cuffs, and epaulets. The dress opens down the center front and secures with eleven white, plastic buttons. There are three front pockets: two on the hips and one on the right breast. The breast pocket has a square white patch with an embroidered red cross. The top of the pocket has a rectangular name tag pinned to it reading "Mrs. Schoppe". Above the nametag is a bar pin showing blue sides with a white center and a red cross. The upper right sleeve has a round white patch with a red cross in the center and the words, "AMERICAN RED CROSS VOLUNTEER" around the edge. Beneath the patch are three additional embroidered red patches: two chevrons and a bar. There is a self-fabric belt around the waist that secures at the front with two white plastic buttons.
Acquisition
2018.9
Relationships
World War II
Event
Schoppe, Cora Parkhurst (1891-1977), American Red Cross
Place
Burlington
City
Chittenden County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
20th Century
Entry/Object ID
2018.9.5
Context
Worn by Cora Parkhurst Schoppe of Burlington, Vermont, in both military hospitals and Mary Fletcher Hospital. The insignia on the right arm indicates nine years of service.
Dress
Name/Title
Dress
Lexicon
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
Dress
Taffeta
Fabric
Silk
Material
Female
24" waist
Description
Plaid and ikat silk dress. The fabric is woven into a plaid design of varying shades of blue with subtle horizontal red stripes. The plaid is accented by vertical bands of ikat or chiné leaves. The bodice is shaped with four darts and the skirt is gathered into the bodice. The sleeves are cut into a surplice and trimmed with blue-and-white scalloped and fringed ribbon.
Acquisition
1961.42
Relationships
Martin, Lucina Burnham (1812-1889)
Person or Organization
,
Made/Created
1858-1859
Entry/Object ID
1961.42
Context
Worn by Lucinia Martyn of Plainsfield, Vermont
Dress
Name/Title
Dress
Lexicon
Description
Brown figured silk dress trimmed with fringe. The bodice is fitted with panels that extend from the waist to the shoulders, extending over and past the armscye and trimmed with fringe. The wide, bell sleeves have an additional over sleeve ending above the wearer's elbow, both trimmed with fringe. The skirt is knife-pleated to the bodice, and the seam is trimmed with self piping. The silk is woven into a design of naturalistic roses, geometric key patterns, and diapering.
Acquisition
1973.54
Relationships
Parsons, Amanda Brink (1809-1889)
Person or Organization
Place
Poultney
Town
Rutland County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
1834
Materials
Silk
Entry/Object ID
1973.54.1
Context
Worn by Amanda Brink at her marriage to Aaron Parsons in Poultney, VT, on March 20, 1834.
Dress
Name/Title
Dress
Lexicon
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
Dress
Female
Description
Green striped dress consisting of a bodice and skirt. The bodice buttons up the center front, and the sleeves are cut low on the shoulder and wide, with a curve. The cuffs and hem are trimmed with green fringe. The skirt is of the same green striped fabric, trimmed with the same fringe 3/4 of the way down. The hem is faced with glazed cotton. There is a slight train.
Acquisition
2014.60
Relationships
Tilden, Florence Belle Holden (1875-1962)
Person or Organization
Place
Barre City
City
Washington County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
1869-1872
Dimensions
Overall
Entry/Object ID
2014.60.1268
Context
Said to have been worn by Florence Holden at her marriage to George Tilden in Barre, Vermont, June 17, 1896.
Dress
Name/Title
Dress
Lexicon
Description
Black dress with red at hem and neckline. Both the false chemise and hem are decorated with gold brocaded details in a pattern of repeating circles. A belt is attached at the hip with a large, red beaded medallion at the center front. The belt is studded all the way around with black, square studs. The dress has a surplice bodice front, and the inner red lining is held onto the bodice by straps and ends at the waistline. The shoulders and the fitted waistline are gathered The seams are machine-stitched with a running stitch and the edges are whip-stitched. The bottom is the selvedge and the neckline has a rolled hem. There's an old collections tag that says "Proctor 75757."
Acquisition
2020.31
Relationships
Proctor, Mary Sherwood Hedrick (1879-1960)
Person or Organization
,
Made/Created
1926-1929
Dimensions
Overall
Entry/Object ID
2020.31.1
Context
Worn by Mary Hedrick Procter (1878-1960), wife of Governor Redfield Proctor, in Proctor, VT.
Dress
Name/Title
Dress
Lexicon
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
Dress
Crepe
Lace
Fabric
Silk
Cotton
Material
Female
Description
Sheer black silk crepe dress with no sleeves. The bodice portion of the dress is made in two layers: The inner layer has ivory lace at the yoke and black fabric for the rest of the bodice. The black attaches to the yoke in an upside-down U shape. The outer layer attaches over the lace at the arm openings and curves down to the bottom of the neckline at the center front. The seam is accented with gathered sheer black fabric. The waistline is dropped and shaped into a upside-down U. The center front is just below the natural waist and the sides are below the hip. The waist seam shape gives the bottom hem a sloping "handkerchief" line.
Acquisition
1987.4
Relationships
Bowles, Helen Mary Worthley (1896-1975)
Person or Organization
Place
Bradford
Town
Orange County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
1927
Entry/Object ID
1987.4.4
Context
Worn by Helen Mary Worthley at her marriage to Nelson Clayton Bowles on June 2, 1927 in Bradford, Vermont
Dress
Name/Title
Dress
Lexicon
Description
A white cotton dress with long, fitted sleeves. The neck is square and edged with white piping. The front sides of the dress are pleated under the bottom edges. The skirt is cartridge pleated into the waistline. The ends of the sleeve have a band of white machine-made lace. The bottom of the skirt has horizontal tucks. The top is lined and opens in the back.
Acquisition
1991.11
Relationships
Place
Montpelier
City
Washington County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
1810-1820
Entry/Object ID
1991.11.1
Dress
Name/Title
Dress
Lexicon
Description
White cotton dress sized for an infant or small toddler. Is has a lace yoke and no waistline. It has shoulder ruffles atop puffy short sleeves that are also ruffled. The bottom of the dress includes narrow, horizontal pleats and a strip of lace.
Acquisition
1988.25
Relationships
McKee, Marguerite Edson (1893-1989)
Person or Organization
Place
Williamstown
Town
Orange County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
circa 1895
Materials
Cotton
Entry/Object ID
1988.25.2
Context
Worn by Marguerite Edson McKee of Williamstown, Vermont.
Dress
Name/Title
Dress
Lexicon
Description
Two-piece white cotton dress for a child. The dress consists of a bodice or blouse, and a skirt. The blouse is cream-colored and long-sleeved, featuring lace details on the neck and cuffs. It has three lace panels inset in the front and two in the back. It fastens at the back with buttons. The second component is a gathered cream-colored skirt with a wide ruffle at the hem, which includes two panels of lace. It secures at the waist with a single button.
Acquisition
1988.25
Relationships
McKee, Marguerite Edson (1893-1989)
Person or Organization
Place
Williamstown
Town
Orange County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Materials
Cotton
Entry/Object ID
1988.25.3a-b
Context
Worn by Marguerite Edson McKee in Williamstown, Vermont.
Dress
Name/Title
Dress
Lexicon
Description
Red wool child's dress with black velvet stripes along the hem, and black buttons down the center front.
Acquisition
1988.25
Relationships
Edson, Ethel Delia Perrin
Person or Organization
Place
Berlin
Town
Washington County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
Perrin, Orlena Strong (1830-1894)
Artist
1874
Materials
Wool, Silk, Cotton
Entry/Object ID
1988.25.5
Context
Made by Orlena Strong Perrin, of Berlin, Vermont, for her daughter, Ethel Delia Perrin Edson.
Dress
Name/Title
Dress
Lexicon
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
Dress
Taffeta
Fabric
Silk
Material
Female
26" waist
Description
Black silk dress. The bodice is decoratively pleated into a V-shaped, low plunging neckline that secures in the center with hooks and eyes. The lining, a thick cotton, shows at the top center, indicating that there is a piece of show fabric missing. The sleeves are set low into the shoulder beneath a shoulder extension trimmed with a strip of black velvet.
Acquisition
2014.42
Relationships
Batchelder, Mary Lamson (1796-1881)
Person or Organization
Place
Plainfield
Town
Washington County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
1850-1860
Dimensions
Overall
Entry/Object ID
2014.42.1
Context
Worn by Mary Lamson Batchelder of Plainfield, Vermont
Dress
Name/Title
Dress
Lexicon
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
Dress
Plain Weave
Fabric
Silk
Material
Female
Description
Blue and white silk two-piece dress consisting of a bodice with attached overskirt and skirt. The bodice has long, curve sleeves and opens down the center front, securing with blue post-backed buttons. The high neckline has a standing collar, and the bodice is pleated in knife pleats underneath an upper yolk. It falls into a sort of overskirt, cut in one piece with the front bodice and held in swags at the side. The gored skirt has a self-fabric ruffle at the bottom and an inserted panel of blue cotton at the rear that is covered by the overskirt when worn.
Acquisition
1962.43
Relationships
Thomas, Emily Joslyn (b. 1842)
Person or Organization
Place
Reading
Town
Windsor County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
circa 1875
Entry/Object ID
1962.43.1a-b
Context
Worn by Emily J. Thomas of Reading, Vermont.
Dress
Name/Title
Dress
Lexicon
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
Dress
Female
Description
Brown-and-black plaid silk dress. The plain-woven silk is woven into a black-and-brown plaid with prominent black horizontal lines. It is accented with woven vertical stripes of bright blue, red, and green. The bodice of the dress is lightly boned and fitted to the wearer's body with four tucks angled toward the center front. It opens at the center front and secures with hooks and eyes behind a row of black buttons. The dress has a high neckline, curved shoulders, and loosely-cut sleeves that curve slightly near the cuff. The skirt has a slight train and attaches to the bodice with knife pleats. The bottom of the skirt is faced in stiff cotton, and the hem is bound in green wool tape.
Acquisition
1962.43
Relationships
Thomas, Emily Joslyn (b. 1842)
Person or Organization
Place
Felchville
Village
Reading
Town
Windsor County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
circa 1865
Entry/Object ID
1962.43.2
Context
Worn by Emily J. Thomas in Reading, Vermont
Dress
Name/Title
Dress
Lexicon
Description
Grey cotton dress with long sleeves and a slightly dropped waist and floor-length hem. The dress secures at the center front with hooks and eyes beneath four velvet-covered buttons. The waistline, Peter Pan collar, and sleeve cuffs are trimmed in black velvet, and there is a velvet bow at the center front of the waistband. The bodice has three outward-facing tucks and both the bodice and skirt gather into the waistband. The dress has an inner bodice, attached to the outer fabric at the back but not the front, that secures in the center front with seven white glass buttons.
Acquisition
1989.29
Relationships
Clark, Lizzie May Emery Parker (1866-1973)
Person or Organization
Place
Calais
Town
Washington County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
1918-1925
Dimensions
Overall
Materials
Cotton, Silk
Entry/Object ID
1989.29.3
Context
Worn by Lizzie May Emery Parker Clark of Calais, Vermont. Clark worked as a dressmaker, and likely made this dress. She lived to be 106, though she was in her fifties when she wore this dress.
Dress
Name/Title
Dress
Lexicon
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
Dress
Female
Description
Two-piece dress consisting of a bodice and skirt. Both pieces are constructed of cream and light-pink taffeta. The bodice has 3/4-length sleeves decorated at the cuffs with pleats and bows. The hem extend in a circle at the back, decorated with pleats and bow. The bodice opens at the center front and secures with self fabric covered buttons. The collar is decorated with multiple layers of lace. The sleeves and the center front of the bodice are pink and the sides of the bodice and cuff bands are cream.

The skirt is draped in a complicated, asymmetrical fashion, with portions of the hem trimmed with chenille tassels. The front drape and the side pieces are pink, and the the center back piece is gathered cream. The sides are decorated with faux-draped cream sashes.
Acquisition
1966.12
Relationships
Shepard, Leonora Augusta Brooks (1839-1925)
Person or Organization
Place
Pavilion
Building
Montpelier
City
Washington County
County
Vermont
State/Province
United States of America
Country
North America
Made/Created
circa 1875
Entry/Object ID
1966.12.1a-b
Context
Worn by Leonora Brooks Shepherd to the opening ball of the Pavilion Hotel in Montpelier, Vermont. The dress was remade from two of Shepherd's dresses: the pink from a dress in her trousseau, and the cream from her wedding dress.
Dress
Name/Title
Dress
Lexicon
Clothing/Dress/Costume Details
Dress
Female
26" waist
Description
Black silk dotted dress with black velvet trim. The dots are flocked. The bodice is boned along the darts in the front, and the center front opening is held with hooks and eyes. The sleeve is formed in two parts, connected partway down the upper arm. The sleeve is a wide bell or pagoda shape. The skirt is cut very full and attaches to the bodice with 1-inch pleats in the front and double box pleats in the back. There are fabric loops sewn into the interior waistline at the side seams. The skirt is decorated with two wide velvet bands, one midway down and the other at the hem. There is a pocket set into the right side seam. The bodice is lined in brown cotton.
Acquisition
1986.42
Relationships
Gray, Margaret (1834-1924)
Person or Organization
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Made/Created
1850-1859
Dimensions
Overall
Entry/Object ID
1986.42.2
Context
Worn by Margaret Gray of West Bradford, Vermont