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How Do We Build Resiliency for the Future?

These visuals are part of an in person presentation given on Wednesday, April 13, 2022 to South Pittsburg Rotary Club. No text is provided.

About Susan

My interest in historical costume began at a very early age. I knew by age 5 I wanted to be a designer. Over the years I have been fortunate enough to turn my passion into a full time business. You can find my costumes onstage in NYC, on the big screen, and in museums around the globe. View all posts by Susan

I am the lead designer and founder of Maggie May Clothing! Since childhood, I have been fascinated with folklife, history, and the “old ways of doing things.” When I was six years, my mother, Maggie May, made me my first historical costume (a Holly Hobby calico dress with matching sunbonnet)! As I grew older, I realized by donning the clothing of the past, I could obtain a deeper understanding of those who came before us. This fascination has followed me through life. I am now a formally trained historian and artist. I rely on my understanding of the past coupled with creative problem solving skills to design, drape, and create historical garments. When I am not working in my studio, I am tending my 12 acre hobby farm, playing dress up with my own children, or kayaking in the mountains.

How Do We Build Resiliency for the Future?

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Girl’s early 19th century straw bonnets

Inside the old studio

Mid Century Boy’s Clothing

A regency era “Liberty” gown

An gown inspired by an 1859 fashion plate

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