Costume Information

This is a formal event. Please make your best attempt at evening attire (ballgown over hoops/white tie) or military uniform of the 1860s. Modern formalwear (long dresses, please, not cocktail length), military uniform, or day attire of the 1860s is also suitable. Short white gloves are recommended for both ladies and gentlemen.

Costume historian Katy Bishop has provided an excellent set of recommendations and fashion plates for a Civil War Ball at Vintage Victorian including guidelines for both ladies and gentlemen and dressmaking hints.

Please bring indoor-only or freshly-cleaned shoes to avoid damaging the beautiful dance floor in Pratt Hall. Gentlemen: hobnailed shoes, boots, and spurs are not permitted in the ballroom. Ladies, spike-heeled shoes are not permitted in the ballroom.

Limited changing space is available at the hall at 7:00 pm the day of the ball.

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