The Metropolitan Museum of Art presents more than 75,000 costumes and accessories from seven centuries and five continents including 18th century menswear and 20th century haute couture. www.metmuseum.org/collections/department.asp?dep=8
Features collection of 350 items dating from 1650 to the present day. Includes hours, admission rates and directions. Located in Katoomba, Australia. www.pursemuseum.com.au
Founded 1978. Mission statement, online archive covering 1700s-1940s, current exhibits, publications, visitor information. In-person archive research available with reservation; limited hours. [English/Japanese] www.kci.or.jp
The Los Angeles County Museum of Art Costumes and Textiles department houses over 50,000 objects balanced between textiles and dress. You can view eleven beautiful pieces online. www.lacma.org/art/perm_col/costumes/costume2.htm
The Washington, DC museum devoted to the handmade textile arts. Site features information on exhibitions, educational programs, textile learning center, and shop featuring gifts from around the world. www.textilemuseum.org
This collection is divided into Asian, Ethnic, Hawaiian, and Western subcategories. The site has information about exhibits and the Textiles and Clothing Program. www2.ctahr.hawaii.edu/costume
Textiles, tours, and decorative arts are just a few of the exhibits and activities, including demonstrations and special events. Located in Lowell, Massachusetts, United States. www.athm.org
Provides information on the early mills of the area, displays of period offices, artifacts and machinery. Includes details of events, workshops, hours, and admission fees. Located in Almonte, Ontario, Canada. www.textilemuseum.mississippimills.com
Collection features hand-woven textiles, equipment, reference library and archival records of Honey Hooser, pioneer, teacher and master weaver (1894-1984), from the Canada. www.surreyweaving.com
Toronto's authority on historic, regional, and cultural footwear. Information and images of the collections, list of exhibitions, gift shop, programs and facility rentals, map, admission costs and hours of operation. www.batashoemuseum.ca
Features a virtual tour and an activities page for children. Includes hours and admission rates. Located in Willimantic, Connecticut, United States. www.millmuseum.org
The Met possesses one of the finest collections of textiles in the world, including archaeological fragments, silk tapestries, carpets, quilts, ecclesiastical vestments and embroidered wall panels. www.metmuseum.org/collections/department.asp?dep=20
French textile and fashion museum offers online exhibits and information on location and special events. English and French. www.musee-impression.com/gb/default.html
Features a collection of over 35,000 artifacts related to clothing, accessories and textiles spanning over 400 years of history. Includes a virtual tour, details of exhibits, hours, admission rates, and directions to the location in Dugald, Manitoba, Can www.costumemuseum.com
Overview of the museum, department guide, visitor and exhibit information. Piotrkowska, Poland. English and Polish versions available. www.muzeumwlokiennictwa.pl
Collections of costumes, textiles, decorative arts, and graphic design. Calendar of exhibitions, special projects, visitor information, donating and friends of the museum. goldstein.che.umn.edu/goldstein-museum.html
The Sheelin Irish Lace Museum in picturesque County Fermanagh, Northern Ireland houses one of Ireland's finest displays of Antique Irish Lace, each piece carefully chosen for its intricate workmanship and quality. www.irishlacemuseum.com
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