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Dress

Object number2018.14.2

MediumFabric; Metal

Credit LineGift of John H. Miller

DescriptionBlack dress with patterend fabric around neckline and cuffs.DimensionsHeight: 50.25 in. (127.6 cm)
Width (Between shoulder seams): 14.75 in. (37.5 cm)
Width (Waistline): 18.5 in. (47 cm)
Width (Bottom of skirt): 33 in. (83.8 cm)
MarksZipper has inscribed text on both sides "SECO".
Historical NotesThis dress was worn by Lucy Kennedy Miller. Lucy and her sister Eliza, as well as their parents Julian and Jennie Kennedy, were leaders in the suffrage movement in Pittsburgh. Julian served as the first president of the Equal Franchise Federation of Pittsburgh, which was co-founded by Jennie. Lucy and Eliza spent many years advocating for women’s suffrage through speeches and political action. Lucy was the first head of the League of Women Voters in Pittsburgh.

Previous owner Lucy Kennedy Miller

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