Katharine Hepburn exhibition travels to the Reading Public Museum

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Saturday, 12 June, 2021 - 12:00 am to Sunday, 09 January, 2022 - 12:00 am

Reading Public Museum
off campus

Katharine Hepburn: Dressed for Stage and Screen

Recognized as one of the greatest actresses of all time, Katharine Hepburn received 12 Best Actress nominations from the Motion Picture Academy—taking the award home four times. In addition to her stellar career on stage and screen, Hepburn became known for her distinct style, wearing trousers at a time when it still raised eyebrows. Her personal preference for relaxed, casual, but chic clothing led to a 1985 Lifetime Achievement Award from the Council of Fashion Designers of America. 

This exhibition, drawn from the collection of the Kent State University Museum, includes a range of costumes and fashions that were instrumental in shaping some of the most memorable characters Hepburn portrayed over her long career. Spotlighting over five decades of the star’s career, Katharine Hepburn: Dressed for Stage & Screen provides a rich and entertaining look not only at the clothes that helped create indelible characters, but also at the importance of fashion in crafting the image of one of the most memorable performers of the 20th century.

For more information visit the Reading Public Museum's website.