Wide view of the Historic Dress gallery at Worthing Museum, featuring elegant period garments displayed in illuminated glass cases. A richly embroidered 18th-century-style gown takes centre stage, surrounded by historic dresses, accessories and textiles from different eras. Decorative archways frame the exhibition, while interpretive panels explain the history of dressmaking, Worthing's textile heritage, and the Pavilion Theatre's centenary. The spacious gallery has polished wooden flooring, soft lighting, and a calm, contemporary museum setting.

What's On At The Museum

List of Events

  1. A black-and-white portrait of Suzanne Valadon as a young woman. She faces the camera with a calm, serious expression, wearing a dark dress with a gathered neckline. Her shoulder-length hair is parted in the middle and softly curled, set against a plain dark background.
    Talks

    Suzanne Valadon: Model, Painter, Rebel

    Museum & Art Gallery
    Discover the remarkable story of Suzanne Valadon, one of the most original and pioneering artists of the late 19th and…
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  2. Workshops

    Mono-printing with Gary Goodman

    Museum & Art Gallery
    Discover the creative possibilities of mono-printing in this inspiring hands-on workshop with artist Gary Goodman.Learn…
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  3. A sepia-toned portrait of Helen Keller as a young woman, seated in profile while gently smelling a rose. She wears a high-necked white blouse with a large bow at the collar, and a vase of blooming roses sits beside her, creating a calm and reflective scene.
    Talks

    Talks Revisited: Helen Keller with Monika Lind

    Museum & Art Gallery
    Discover the extraordinary life of Helen Keller, one of the most inspiring figures of the 20th century, in this…
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  4. Two black-and-white lino-cut prints displayed side by side on white paper. The left print depicts a snowy mountain landscape with pine trees beneath a bright star in the night sky. The right print features a stylised owl perched on a branch, rendered with bold carved lines and high-contrast black and white shapes.
    Workshops

    Black & White Lino Printing with Gary Goodman

    Museum & Art Gallery
    Discover the timeless art of black and white lino printing in this practical workshop with artist Gary Goodman.Learn…
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