Maine Memory Network

Mourning pins, ca. 1895

Contributed by: Maine Historical Society Date: circa 1895 Media: metal, paper

Mourning badge for Abraham Lincoln, ca. 1865

Contributed by: Maine Historical Society Date: circa 1865 Media: silk

Northern Threads: Mourning Fashions

A themed exhibit vignette within "Northern Threads Part I," featuring 18th and 19th century mourning jewelry and fashions.

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.

Historic Clothing Collection - 1900-1910 - Page 3 of 3

"… dress, made by the Misses Macdonough of Portland, with neatly fitted pin tucked hips, tucked sleeves and silk cord scrolling at the square neck."

Historic Clothing Collection - 1900-1910 - Page 1 of 3

"… blouses (called waists) with standing collars, pin tucking, and lace insert detailing well represented."