SHADES OF RED

CORAL TO FUCHSIA & EVERYTHING IN-BETWEEN

From the ANN DIXON COLLECTION

Melbourne resident Ann Dixon has been an avid collector of costumes and associated accessories for much of her life.

At the time of Covid lockdowns, Ann decided that it was time to “downsize” and offered her extensive collection to the Benalla Historical Society.

Having some Ann’s  gowns on loan in in the past , the Society was very much aware of the great value of Ann’s collection and resolved to accept the donation, taking delivery in August 2022.

Despite the renowned costume collection that has been amassed by the Society and museum over the past fifty years , the acquisition of such a significant additional collection was an opportunity not to be missed.

The Society now takes pleasure in showing for the first time a selection of gowns, fans and other accessories form the Dixon collection