Museum Morning - How to Read a Dress

Museum Morning - How to Read a Dress

Subiaco MuseumSubiaco, WA
Thursday, May 7, 2026 from 10 am to 11:30 am AWST
Overview

Come along to the next installment of How to Read a Dress looking at our rare textile collection

Come and see some of the museum’s most fragile garments as we uncover the stories told through fashion and unlock the hidden language of dress and style from decades past. Learn how garments can be ‘read’ as historical documents and see how clothing reflects shifting identities, roles and aspirations in Subiaco’s community history.

Come along to the next installment of How to Read a Dress looking at our rare textile collection

Come and see some of the museum’s most fragile garments as we uncover the stories told through fashion and unlock the hidden language of dress and style from decades past. Learn how garments can be ‘read’ as historical documents and see how clothing reflects shifting identities, roles and aspirations in Subiaco’s community history.

Further Information

Please provide any access or dietary requirements to ensure staff can best accommodate you.

Getting to the Museum

The museum is located behind the Subiaco Library at 239 Rokeby Road, Subiaco, WA 6008.

Public Transport

The closest bus routes are the 97, 27 and 28. Visit transperth.wa.gov.au to plan your journey.

Parking

Parking (including ACROD) bays are available outside the museum.

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Highlights

  • 1 hour 30 minutes
  • In-person

Location

Subiaco Museum

239 Rokeby Road

Subiaco, WA 6008

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