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Posted: 2/20/14

TAMIU ‘First Ladies’ Exhibit Ends Today

 

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A first-ever exhibit at Texas A&M International University (TAMIU) celebrating the contributions of the First Ladies of the United States ends Thursday, Feb. 13 at 7 p.m. the TAMIU Center for the Fine and Performing Arts (CFPA) Gallery.

TAMIU has partnered with George Washington’s Mount Vernon to bring this unique historical and educational opportunity to Laredo that is free of charge to all. It is co-sponsored by the Society of Martha Washington (SMW) and the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR).

The exhibit includes art, photographs, letters, and personal effects in tribute to the First Ladies. Taking center stage at the exhibit is Martha Dandridge Washington’s wedding dress, wedding slippers, and shell cushion, on loan from Mount Vernon. These detailed reproductions have been exhibited across the country as part of Mount Vernon’s iconic “Discover the Real George Washington” Exhibit.

A fitting addition to the Exhibit is a portrait tribute to Laredo’s own “Marthas,” courtesy of the SMW.  Examples of the stunning ornately embellished dresses worn by former Marthas are on display. The original deed to Mount Vernon, on loan from the Harlan Crow Library in Dallas, rounds out the unique exhibit.

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