About The Cavalcade of
History and Fashion Inc
The Cavalcade of History and Fashion is a volunteer, not-for-profit community group whose custodians collect, preserve and display a collection of historic fashion dating from the late 1700s. The collection has been amassed over the last 60 years and consists of over 18,000 items including men’s, women’s and children’s clothing and accessories. All items are original and have been donated. Where possible the history of the original wearer has also been collected and the item is named after its wearer. Through a “Museum without Walls” philosophy, the collection brings Australia’s social and fashion history to life through presentations, displays and exhibitions.
Collection
Overview
c1926 Marnie
This yello...c1911 Eleanor
Eleanor wo...c1913 Hope
This is a ...c1907 Hilda
Hilda wore...What's
On?
Events
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Craft and Quilt Fair Exhibition 'Oriental Influences'
26th June 2025
The theme is 'Oriental Influences'. more
- 1940s: A Decade of Change 13th July 2025 From rationing to a new freedom in how life was lived and what was worn. No matter what the circumstance fashion is everything. You can ration clothes but you cannot ration fashion. more
- An Afternoon with Cavalcade - A Century of Capes, Cloaks and Coats 1860 – 1970 19th July 2025 Cavalcade is delighted to bring you a new presentation, - A Century of Capes, Cloaks and Coats 1860 – 1970. Coats, capes and cloaks have a rich history, worn by all social classes - from commoners to... more
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Living In the 70s. The Good, the Bad and the Ugly
23rd August 2025
Put on your favourite crochet top, step into your denim flares and strap on your platform wedges and join us as we head back to the decade that taste forgot!
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