Fashion Perspectives: Up Close with the Collection

An exclusive behind the scenes tour of the National Wool Museum’s Textile Collection. Led by our Curatorial Team, view select objects that tell the story of Australia’s wool, fibre and textile history.

The National Wool Museum Collection focuses on the cultural life of Australians as told through the wool, fibre and textile story. The Collection is Australia’s most expansive wool focussed heritage collection.

From Geelong Woollen Mills sample books to glamourous gowns, Australian designer Olympic uniforms and contemporary Ceremonial Cloaks by Wadawurrung artist Dr Deanne Gilson, the Museum’s Collection features an extensive array of objects that explores Australia’s unique fashion perspective.

Image: Wedding Dress c1930s, Australian wool lace wedding dress made in Bradford, England and designed in Paris, France, National Wool Museum Collection.