Browse Items (1977 total)
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That scary nun
This recording was made at Mount Mary University.
Description from creator (who wished to remain anonymous): "I'm always walking around on campus and notice the statue just standing there, menacingly. If you are another incoming student who thinks they're just being dramatic, trust that you are not alone." -
Caitlyn K. recording
This recording was made by Caitlin K. as part of the 2024 Psychology of Peace course at Mount Mary University, which included a study abroad trip to Ireland over J term.
Description from creator: "My story is based on my experience in my Psychology of Peace Study Abroad class to Ireland." -
Cocktail dress
Gold metallic damask cocktail dress; sheath silhouette; sweetheart neckline; beaded bodice; sleeveless; knee length. -
Dress
Red silk one-piece dress; A-line; round neckline with 3.5 inch slit at center front, trimmed with 4 self-fabric bows; inverted pleat at center front, beginning at waistline; inset extending from bust point underarm to back; hand-picked zipper closure; long sleeves. -
Cocktail dress
A. Black lace over satin cocktail dress; sheath; bateau neckline; batwing sleeves with gussets; camisole-type underbodice; natural waistline; A-line skirt with two tiered bustle back; knee length. B. Black lace-covered belt with flat bow. -
Blouse and skirt without jacket
Bright yellow linen ensemble. A. Over-blouse; low round neckline; white V-shaped insert at neckline banded with purple; full center back zipper closure. C. Suit skirt; pleated; three 4 inch front inverted pleats; fully lined.
Worn with jacket (Object ID #1985.25.b) to form three piece ensemble.
Worn by donor Mrs. FitzSimmons to the horse races. The winning horse was called "Stupendous," and Mrs. FitzSimmons was wearing the jockey's colors of yellow and purple. -
Three piece ensemble
Bright yellow linen ensemble. A. Over-blouse; low round neckline; white V-shaped insert at neckline banded with purple; full center back zipper closure. B. Suit jacket; semi-fitted; 1.5 inch mandarin collar; 3/4 length sleeves; mock flap pockets. C. Suit skirt; pleated; three 4 inch front inverted pleats; fully lined.
Worn by donor Mrs. FitzSimmons to the horse races. The winning horse was called "Stupendous," and Mrs. FitzSimmons was wearing the jockey's colors of yellow and purple. -
The fairest
This recording was made at Mount Mary University.
Description from creator (who wished to remain anonymous): "My story retells the story of the 'the Judgement of Paris' and connects to an inspirational talk about embracing one's own beauty." -
Brief history of Ireland
This recording was made by Ivana T. as part of the 2024 Psychology of Peace course at Mount Mary University, which included a study abroad trip to Ireland over J term.
Description from creator: "My project covers brief history surrounding Ireland and The Troubles. Going into detail about the horrors and oppression the Irish-Catholics faced." -
Aili R. recording
This recording was made by Aili R. at Mount Mary University.
Description from creator: "LOVE story." -
Art therapy siren call
This recording was made by Amy S. at Mount Mary University.
Description from creator: "Why and how I came here. art Therapy won my heart." -
I love Wisconsin
This recording was made at Mount Mary University.
Description from creator (who wished to remain anonymous): "My story is about my love of living in Wisconsin and how fourth grade helped foster this appreciation of my state." -
Scary night
This recording was made at Mount Mary University.
Description from creator (who wished to remain anonymous): "This story describes the scariest moment of my life with a sleep paralysis incident." -
Man's dress shirt
Man's white muslin tuxedo shirt; wing collar; 10 tucks on front; French cuffs. A couple of buttons are missing. -
From war-torn shores to snowy horizons
This recording was made as part of the spring 2024 Introduction to New Media Writing course at Mount Mary University.
Description from creator (who wished to remain anonymous): "This story is about my life journey."
There are two recordings attached to this record, the first in English and the second in Arabic. -
Jacket
White lace Chanel style jacket; jewel neckline; hidden snap center front closure with 5 black braid buttons; long straight sleeves with 2 braid buttons at cuffs; 2 mock pockets with flap/button at bust; 2 single welt pockets with flap/button at hip; scalloped lace edging on all edges and pocket flaps. -
Dress
Fuchsia Irish linen day dress; round neckline; short sleeves; neckline and pockets have white button and bound buttonhole details; top-stitched extended bib into open pockets, sewn into side seams; center back invisible zipper closure; unlined; short length. -
Coat
Royal blue suede coat; Peter Pan collar; 7/8 length kimono sleeves; 4 large covered buttons at center front opening; two patch pockets on thighs; lined in black taffeta; knee length. Label missing.
Based on the time period this was likely designed for Maurice Rentner Limited.
Worn by the donor, Joan Urdan, who worked in the fashion industry in New York in the 1950s, 1960s, and 1970s. -
Look both ways
This recording was made by Amanda F. as part of the spring 2024 Introduction to New Media Writing course at Mount Mary University.
Description from creator: "My story describes the first time in my life that I felt anxiety through the perspective of a childhood memory." -
Hostess gown
Pale gray silk satin and wool jersey hostess gown; roll collar; bodice and long sleeves of heathered wool jersey; rolled back satin cuffs; floor length silk satin skirt gathered at natural waist; center back zipper closure; belt loops at side seams, but belt is missing.
Worn by Audrey Ross. She was part of the Ross family who owned J. H. Collectibles.