My museum is looking to make a reproduction of a period
costume which is being requested for loan and in fragile condition. This is
something that we haven’t done before and I am not sure how to proceed in
finding someone who could take on this task. The artifact is a Klu Klux Klan
robe from the 1870’s. All fabrics used in the construction of the robe
and the mask are plain weave, cellulosic materials, and each are of fairly
simple construction though there are decorative embellishments - cut-work, appliqués,
and red and rosettes. Does anyone know of someone in the Midwest region who has
experience in pattern making and with making reproductions, or have an idea of
how I might go about finding such an individual?
Holly Lundberg
Conservator
(312) 799-2069 direct, (312) 799-2369 fax
lundberg@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
Chicago History Museum
1601 North Clark Street
Chicago, IL 60614-6038
www.chicagohistory.org
