Dressed Up: Fashion & Photography 1850–1920 at Art Gallery of South Australia
Dates: 12/5/2026
📍 Theatre: Art Gallery of South Australia
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Dressed Up is a major new exhibition at the Art Gallery of South Australia, opening on December 5, 2026. The exhibition explores the intersection of fashion and photography from 1850 to 1920, showcasing historical South Australian dresses alongside early photography. It offers insights into the craftsmanship of dressmakers and the social changes of that era. Visitors will have the unique opportunity to view works from AGSA’s rich collections, illuminated by recent research into the makers and wearers of these garments.
Cast and Creative Team for Dressed Up: Fashion & Photography 1850–1920 at Art Gallery of South Australia
Creative Team
Lindsay Ferris
Head of Communications
Jason Smith
Director
Ellie Buttrose
Curator
Michelle Nikou
Artist
James Tylor
Artist
Elisabeth Alexander
Contact Person
Rebecca Selleck
Collaborator
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