When: Friday, June 12, 2026
Time: 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Where: The Gardens at the WWPL
Join us for a special preview celebration for Remember the Ladies: Women's Dress and the Experience of American Independence 1776–2026 — a stunning new exhibition curated by Whitney Robertson that explores the lives of women through the clothing they wore and the stories they left behind.
Inspired by Abigail Adams' 1776 call to "remember the ladies," this powerful exhibition reveals how fashion reflects identity, freedom, labor, and civic voice. Through rare historic garments, textiles, and personal artifacts, you'll encounter the stories of women across generations, class, and race whose experiences helped shape the American story.
Enjoy a beautiful evening with catering provided by Marino's Lunch, one of Staunton's most beloved local restaurants.
This is more than a preview party, it's a defining cultural moment for our region, timed to coincide with America's 250th anniversary.
🎟 Tickets go on sale Friday, May 8. Be among the first to experience it.
Interested in becoming a sponosor? Contact our Director of Development, Jake Logan
(540) 885-0897 ext. 115 or email at jlogan@woodrowwilson.org.
