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Gown, Evening

Object number94.51.208

Date1911

MediumSilk, Glass, silver

Credit LineTransfer from Carnegie Museum of Natural History

DescriptionSleeveless evening gown with beading and metallic thread embellishments.Dimensions51.2199 in. (130.1 cm)
Historical NotesThis gown was worn by Harriet Day Tener to the Pennsylvania Governor's inaugural ball in 1911. Her husband, John K. Tener, was the 25th Governor of the state of Pennsylvania and served from 1911-1915.

Previous owner Harriet Day Tener

Related person John K. Tener (1863 - 1946)

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