A 1930s green print silk chiffon dress, c. 1930, from the Center for History’s costume collection is featured in the museum’s costume case through September 6.States Randy Ray, the Center for History’s executive director, “The Center for History is proud to hold a costume collection which is heralded by institutions across the country. In addition, we are fortunate to have three honorary board members, Pat Potts, Sharon Deneen and Norma Lu Meehan, who have for years and in many ways have contributed their knowledge and creativity in the area of fashion. Two years ago, they served as guest curators for our highly-acclaimed exhibit 100 Years of Design, which was on view at the Center for History for six months in 2008-09. Prior to that, they were guest curators for the museum’s Veiled Illusion: Vintage Bridal Gowns in the Oliver Mansion (2003), Trump for Victory: 1940s Fashions & Bridge (2004), and Flapper Fashions: Roaring ‘20s in the Oliver Mansion (2005). It was their idea to highlight the costume collection by placing on view on a regular basis a gown or dress from our institution. We were delighted when they volunteered to select the costumes and implement the display.” The 1930s green chiffon is rare because it features an Art Deco print. There is abundant button detail on shoulder, waist, cuff and bodice. The square layered collar is also of silk. Tasseled bands from the collar and button drop to just above the waist. This costume, along with a large selection of elegant gowns worn by local women, were given to the Center for History by James Lewis Casaday in 1982.