“From Domesticity to Industry: Shaping the Future of Fashion at Kent State, 1913-1966” 

examines the history of fashion at Kent State across two galleries. Materials installed in Special Collections & Archives’ Marovitz Gallery in University Library highlight the intellectual and personal contributions of home economists who developed clothing and textiles curricula at Kent State in the early- to mid-20^th century. Materials exhibited in the Fashion Library at Rockwell Hall center the experiences and creativity of students, illustrating how they applied, interpreted and extended these lessons through their coursework and extracurricular activities. Together, these installations invite visitors to consider how early fashion curricula—rooted in resourcefulness, material care and social responsibility—can inspire more thoughtful, equitable and sustainable approaches to fashion today.   

The exhibit will be installed on April 15 and will remain on display through the end of the semester (including Fashion Week).

Locations: 

• Special Collections & Archives’ Marovitz Gallery, located on the first floor of University Library, directly across from the elevators
• Fashion Library, located on the second floor of Rockwell Hall

SpecialCollections [at] kent.edu (For more information)