Clark County Historical Museum Speaker Series Explores The History And Social Impact Of Women’s Undergarments (Photo) - 02/10/26

Camas, WA — The Clark County Historical Museum invites the community to a lively and thought-provoking installment of its Speaker Series, Hidden Layers: Women’s Undergarments and How They’ve Shaped Ladies’ Liberties, on Thursday, March 5, 2026, at the Camas Public Library.

From corsets and petticoats to modern foundations designed for comfort and freedom, women’s undergarments have long reflected changing ideas about modesty, beauty, and independence. This engaging talk examines how these intimate garments tell a broader story about women’s lives, rights, and evolving roles in society.

Blending humor with historical insight, the program explores how fashion has both restricted and liberated the female body over time. Attendees will uncover how innovations in comfort, function, and design parallel larger movements for gender equality and social change.

The presentation will be led by Diane Johnston, a theatrical costume designer with more than 35 years of experience creating costumes for productions throughout the region. Johnston holds an MFA in costume design and is a member of the International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees.

This program is presented with the generous support of Humanities Washington, the Camas Public Library, and the Clark County Historic Preservation Commission.

This event is free and open to the public. Registration is required.

Event Details:

Date: Thursday, March 5, 2026
Doors Open: 6 PM
Talk Begins: 7 PM

Location: Camas Public Library, 625 NE 4th Ave, Camas, WA 98607
Admission: Free (registration required)

For more information or to register, visit cchmuseum.org