We use the words clothing, costume, dress, and fashion to describe what we wear. Discover some of the definitions as we explore various examples from the History collections including those from All Hallows’ Eve.
Is it a Ghost or a Ghoul? Costume vs. Clothing in the New York State Museum’s Collection
12:10 PM –12:30 PM (followed by brief Q & A period)
Huxley Theater
Free
The New York State Museum is a program of the University of the State of New York
New York State Education Department