The Politics of Plaid: Tartan and Gender in the British Empire
by SMOC - Society for the Museum of Original CostumeSunday, 5 December 2021 from 2:00 PM (PST) to 5:00 PM (PST)Hycroft, University Women's Club 1489 McRae Avenue, Vancouver, BC V6H 1V1Ticket Information
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Overview
During the 19th and 20th centuries the Scottish tartan began to be used in new ways in the British Isles. Join Karina Greenwood for a lively discussion that covers the use of the tartan by the Scottish suffragettes, Queen Victoria, and the Highland Regiments to better understand its journey as a gendered and imperial cloth.
Details
SMOC will follow provincial health guidelines to ensure health and safety of our members and guests. Sanitizers and masks will be available at the registration table for comfort. Tickets are limited to allow for physical distancing at the event.
**Due to recent announcements by the BC Provincial Health Officer, all attendees will be required to wear a mask (unless unable to do so) and show proof of vaccination at the door. Please ensure you have your proof ready as Hycroft will be checking this upon entry.