Maplelawn Farmstead, 9575 Whitestown Rd., recently announced plans to present “Aprons: Vintage Kitchen Couture” – an exhibit of nearly 60 vintage aprons spanning several decades, featuring pieces from Maplelawn’s collection as well as pieces borrowed from various members of the Zionsville community.
Marianne Doyle, Boone County historian and programming chair for Maplelawn Farmstead, developed this exhibit to highlight these iconic pieces of history.
“Beyond providing practical protection for our clothing, aprons tell the stories of family celebrations from special occasions to spur-of-the-moment gatherings,” she said. “From homemade, homespun pieces to elaborately crafted flights of fancy, aprons are a part of our collective cultural history.”
The exhibit will be displayed in the Maplelawn farmhouse during the month of June. The farmhouse will be open from 1 to 3 p.m. every Saturday and Sunday in June, with the exception of June 17. Guests will have the opportunity to view the exhibit and enjoy light refreshments as well as purchase a “new” hand-crafted apron repurposed from vintage linens.
Adult aprons are $25 each and aprons for children are $23. All sales benefit Maplelawn Farmstead. The exhibit is free and is open to the public.
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