The inaugural exhibition of the Museum of International Folk Art, 1953

From the exhibition:
On Exhibit: Designs That Defined the Museum of New Mexico

New Mexico History Museum

"Costumes of the World on Parade”, 1953. This first exhibition of the Museum of International Folk Art was inspired by the stage design of a New York City burlesque show.  Courtesy Museum of International Folk Art Library and Archives.

Credit: Courtesy Museum of International Folk Art Library and Archives.


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