Person/Organization: Allen, Elizabeth Akers
Item 49072
Elizabeth Akers Allen collar, ca. 1870
Contributed by: Maine Historical Society Date: circa 1870 Location: Strong; Farmington Media: Glass beads, string
Item 48417
Elizabeth Akers chain and locket, ca. 1860
Contributed by: Maine Historical Society Date: circa 1860 Media: Gold plate
Exhibit
Dressing Up, Standing Out, Fitting In
Adorning oneself to look one's "best" has varied over time, gender, economic class, and by event. Adornments suggest one's sense of identity and one's intent to stand out or fit in.
