CELEBRATE AN HISTORIC EVENING WITH THE LIGHTNER MUSEUM

Come to Lightner Museum in high style to celebrate the opening reception of the Museum’s most anticipated exhibition, Dressing Downton: Changing Fashion for Changing Times™.

See the exhibition before it opens to the public!  Dressing Downton™, a thirteen-week display of 36 authentic Edwardian Era costumes and accessories from PBS’s most popular television drama in history, Downton Abbey, will be elegantly displayed in the Museum’s Grand Ballroom Gallery.

“I hate to get news second hand.” – Dowager Countess of Grantham.

Rub elbows with Jessica Fellowes, author and speaker on everything Downton Abbey®. Jessica Fellowes is in her fifth year of global lectures, accompanying her latest official companion books to the hit television series. Her books, The Wit & Wisdom of Downton Abbey, a collection of her favorite quotes, and Downton Abbey: A Celebration, a review of all six seasons, were on the New York Times’ bestseller lists. As niece of creator and scriptwriter Julian Fellowes, Jessica is well placed to deliver insights into the real-life inspirations behind the show.

Hors d’oevres, early 20^th century inspired cocktails, music and snobbery will ensue.  Period appropriate attire is encouraged.   Parking is free after 5 p.m.

“Pack something for the evening.  Medium Smart.” – Lady Mary Crawley.

For more information and to purchase tickets for the Dressing Downton™ OpeningReception, visit www.lightnermuseum.org/opening-reception.  Lightner Museum is a non-profit cultural institution sustained by the generous support of individuals, businesses, and sponsors.

This event is funded in part by the St. Johns Cultural Council, the St. Johns Tourist Development Council, Florida Division of Cultural Affairs, and WJCT, Public Broadcasting.

Exhibition produced by Exhibits Development Group in cooperation with Cosprop Ltd., London. Downton™ and Downton Abbey®. ©2016 Carnival Film & Television Limited. A Carnival Films/Masterpiece Co-Production. Carnival logo ©2005 Carnival Film & Television Limited. Masterpiece is a trademark of the WGBH Educational Foundation. All Rights Reserved.