Name: How to Dress a Georgian Woman
Start: 2026-07-15T19:00:00+01:00
End: 2026-07-15T20:00:00+01:00
Location: Samuel Johnson Birthplace Museum and Bookshop

Join British fashion designer, Gemma Thompson, for a fascinating talk on women’s clothing in the 1700s.
About this Event

Gemma will demonstrate how the rich and stylish of the past got dressed; from luxurious and extravagant outerwear to underwear that created the iconic shapes of the period. Join us for an entertaining exploration of sumptuous garments, learn how style reflected status, and find out how clothing was bought and made.

This informative one-hour talk is accompanied by Gemma dressing as a Georgian Woman, demonstrating the many layers and garments worn.

Tickets cost £12 per person. Pre-booking is essential, spaces are limited. Tickets are non-refundable.

Please note – this event is not suitable for children under the age of 14. Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.

The event will be held across the five floors of the museum, accessible only by stairs. Due to the building’s Grade I listed status, we are unable to install a lift or ramp, widen doorways, or modify the handrails. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause.