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Victorian Mourning Practices, Jewelry & Clothing

Tue, Oct 22

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Immanuel Hall

Explore how Victorian-era Americans expressed grief through elaborate mourning rituals, symbolic jewelry, and distinctive attire, reflecting the deep cultural significance of loss and remembrance.

Victorian Mourning Practices, Jewelry & Clothing
Victorian Mourning Practices, Jewelry & Clothing

Time & Location

Oct 22, 2024, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Immanuel Hall, 302 S Grant St, Hinsdale, IL 60521, USA

About The Event

Explore grief and mourning practices in Victorian-era America with Katharine Korte Andrew, MS/LIS, professional genealogist and Society Manager of the Hinsdale Historical Society, in "Victorian Mourning Practices, Jewelry, and Clothing." This presentation examines how Victorians expressed loss through intricate mourning rituals, symbolic jewelry, and distinctive clothing, reflecting the era's deep social and cultural values. Gain insight into this captivating aspect of history and learn how mourning customs shaped the legacy of the Victorian age, guided by an expert in historical traditions and artifacts. 

Free, donations are welcome.

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