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Buns, Beards, Bodices and Bustles: Understanding Ancestors Through Clothing

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM Thursday, May 20, 2021

Location:
Online
Cambridge

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Ancestral fashions and the industry that produced them left behind a fascinating legacy of images and information.  Join Maureen Taylor, the Photo Detective, to discover genealogical clues by looking closely at the clothing and accessories your ancestors wore.  Come with your questions and learn the basics of photo detecting through the lens of fashion. 

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