The Museo del Traje commemorates the 100th anniversary of the 1925 'Exposición del Traje Regional' with this dedicated congress. Explore a critical review of this foundational event and its lasting influence on the study and display of traditional Spanish costume and ethnographic heritage. This academic gathering fosters rigorous discussion and shares current knowledge on regional attire, crafts, and cultural impact.
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This congress commemorates the 100th anniversary of the 1925 'Exposición del Traje Regional', which marked the origin of the Museo del Traje's collections. It aims to critically review the 1925 exhibition and foster rigorous study of its impact on understanding and displaying traditional Spanish clothing and ethnographic objects.
In 2025, the Museo del Traje is commemorating the centenary of the 'Exposición del Traje Regional', an event held in Madrid in 1925 that served as the foundation for the museum's current collections. To mark this occasion, the museum is organizing a congress, among other activities, to offer a retrospective and prospective view of this significant event. The congress provides an exceptional opportunity to highlight that first systematic presentation of Spanish regional costume archetypes, the result of relevant ethnographic work guided by scientific methodology. This gathering aims to subject the 1925 exhibition to critical review and promote rigorous, systematic study of its influence on how traditional dress and other ethnographic objects are understood, represented, and exhibited. It also serves as an essential occasion to share current knowledge about traditional attire, its associated crafts and uses, and its impact on contemporary fashion and popular culture.
Attendance requires prior reservation due to limited capacity. Registrations are to be made through the 'Amigos del Museo del Traje' website. Further information can be obtained via email at [email protected].
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