Morris County - Morristown - “Decades of Iconic Jewelry”

Sunday, December 9 – Morris County

DECADES OF ICONIC JEWELRY

 MORRISTOWN, NJ – If it’s true that jewelry makes the outfit, then Morris County Historical Society has a lot to show! Featured as part of MCHS’s newest exhibit, Iconic Culture: From Little Black Dress to Bell Bottoms, comes “Decades of Iconic Jewelry,” a presentation by vintage jewelry collector, Nancy Cooper, on Sunday, Dec. 9 at 1:30 p.m.

         Longtime member, docent and former MCHS trustee, Ms. Cooper, will discuss the type of jewelry most women wore as part of their daily repertoire. The jewelry, all from Ms. Cooper’s collection, will be examined for materials used, style and reflection with the styles of clothes, and the timelessness of the styles.

Ms. Cooper has a long-standing passion for both fashion and, in particular, jewelry. From an early age she recognized that jewelry enhances not only the clothing, but the woman in particular.

 From the timeless designs of Gabrielle “Coco” Chanel to the trend-setting bell bottoms of Sonny and Cher, MCHS explores more than 50 years of cultural history through a retrospective featuring nearly 100 pieces from its historic textile collection. Iconic Culture examines how changes in clothing styles mirrored the social climate of their time and the seminal moments and people who defined their decade – with a focus on New Jersey history.   

         In addition to the fashions, Iconic Culture highlights cultural milestones in local, state, and national history that coincided with the Roaring 20s, Great Depression, World War II, Civil Rights Movement, and Vietnam Era.

         This multimedia exhibit features music, television shows, and radio broadcasts. Visitors will also have an opportunity to share personal recollections about significant events, such as the assassination of President Kennedy.

         The Gallery Gift Shop has a wide selection of vintage and New Jersey-made jewelry in addition to vintage-inspired.

         The exhibit is available now through Sunday, June 16, 2019.

         MCHS is located at Acorn Hall, 68 Morris Avenue, Morristown, and is open Wednesdays and Thursdays, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Sundays, 1-4 p.m. Admission, which includes the exhibits and landscaped grounds, is $6 for adults, $5 for seniors, $3 for students, and is free for children under 12 and MCHS members. For more information, call MCHS at 973-267-3465 or visit the MCHS website: MorrisCountyHistory.org.
Location: 68 Morris Ave, Morristown, NJ 07960, USA

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