What is an accessory?
Definition (Miriam Webster): an object or device that is not essential in itself but adds to the beauty, convenience, or effectiveness of something else
Accessories are far more than finishing touches. The jewellery, badges, watches, ties and other keepsakes we choose to wear tell stories about who we are, where we come from, and the people, places and memories that matter most to us.
Accessories: Wearing Your Story explores the fascinating role accessories play in expressing identity across generations. Featuring a unique selection of historic objects from the St Albans Museums collection, the exhibition showcases necklaces, pins, bracelets, watches, ties, decorative nail accessories, membership badges and much more.
Alongside these remarkable items, discover photographs of local St Albans residents proudly sharing the accessories they wear today and the personal stories behind them. From treasured family heirlooms to symbols of belonging, fashion, celebration and self-expression, each object offers a glimpse into the lives of the people who wear them.
Join us on a journey through style, identity and community, and explore how the accessories we wear help tell the story of our lives.