This Thursday! 100th Birthday Tribute to Designer James Galanos in Santa Barbara

We have successfully dismantled the exhibit at our location to present at the special 1st Thursday Artwalk exhibition at the grand Tower Event space inside the Workzones building.

Important!

Please put this address in your GPS:

716 Chapala Street, Santa Barbara, CA

There will be ample, 75-min complimentary parking and wine and beverages will be offered.

This parking garage has a working elevator for those who may have mobility issues.

If you park at the other garage at 730 Chapala, you'll be greeted with a flight of stairs instead of an elevator.

Both garages have free 75-min parking, and $3.00 per hour rates after that.

There will be signs throughout the mall, guiding you to the stunning Tower Event Space at Workzones. If you get lost, simply look at the directory for Workzones, Captain Fatty's, Bruxie's Chicken, or Footlocker. These businesses are all within the vicinity, and you'll find it.

We are excited to welcome you!

Couture Pattern Museum was interviewed under "Good for Santa Barbara" on Noozhawk! You can check out the interview here: We would like to thank the team at Noozhawk, especially Kim, Sheridan and Jasmin, for their support.

Online Guided Tour for Members: For members unable to join us on May 2 or June 6, we are working on creating a guided tour of the exhibition for you to enjoy from the comfort of your own home. Coming soon!

About

The 100th Birthday Tribute to Designer James Galanos

Fashion & Culture Exhibition:  

The upcoming exhibit is drawing visitors from all over, including those flying in from the East Coast, and driving from as far as Washington State, Los Angeles, and Orange County. This tribute, part of Santa Barbara's 1st Thursday Artwalk on May 2 and June 6, from 5-8 pm, promises to be an unforgettable experience. You will witness original James Galanos costumes from his early career in the 1950s, including pieces identical to those in the permanent collections of the MET Museum and the Philadelphia Museum of Art. Walk amongst clothes, patterns, magazines, and original press photos. This event, set in the heart of gorgeous downtown Santa Barbara at the Paseo Nuevo Mall, offers free 75-minute parking, making it even easier to join us. Immerse yourself in the beauty and history of fashion, and make it an evening to remember with a meal at one of the many downtown restaurants or a stay at one of the nearby hotels on State Street.

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We are proud to be featured on the cover of Downtown Santa Barbara's 1st Thursday Passport. In May and June, Couture Pattern Museum's James Galanos exhibit will be a focal point of fashion history and creative expression in Santa Barbara. After you've explored the exhibit, be sure to take advantage of this opportunity to visit other art galleries and businesses in the area. Our museum offers a unique and inspiring experience that is not to be missed during your visit to downtown Santa Barbara. We look forward to welcoming you and sharing the beauty and history of American fashion through the lens of James Galanos with you.

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We extend our heartfelt thanks to our Founding Members, Sponsors, Donors, and Upholders of Couture for their unwavering support.

We eagerly anticipate welcoming you, whether it be in our new premises, at our upcoming pop-up exhibition at Paseo Nuevo Mall, or through our vibrant online community and forums.