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Unflappable. Fashioning the 1920s

Killerton's exhibition for 2025 - Unflappable, fashioning the 1920s, will explore aspects of thoroughly modern dress 100 years ago.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

The exhibition will give us the chance to highlight some dazzlingly chic creations including bead embroidered evening gowns, a gold brocade tea gown, dresses inspired by Egyptian iconography and the discovery of Tutankhamun's tomb, some thoroughly modern clothing for sports and daytime pursuits, and a wedding dress and trousseau, and accessories including shoes, bags, hats and fans.

Opening 15 February 2025 until 2 November, the exhibition will open with the house, daily 11am to 4pm (last entry 3.30pm).

Normal admission fees apply.

Times

Prices

Event ticket prices

This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.

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The basics

Booking details

Call 01392881345

Suitability

Children are welcome and must be supervised at all times.

Meeting point

Head to Visitor Reception to learn more about the exhibition

What to bring and wear

The exhibition is indoors

Accessibility

The fashion exhibition is on the first floor which is only accessible via the main staircase (no lift). A book of printed images is available to show visitors who are unable to access the first floor.

Other

The exhibition is included with entry. Entry is free for members. Entry prices for non members are displayed on our website.

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