We are excited to announce a partnership with American designer Tory Burch to establish the Tory Burch Claire McCardell Fashion Fellowship at the Maryland Center for History and Culture. Applications are now being accepted. The year-long fellowship, beginning in early 2022, will advance professionals in the museum field by giving them the opportunity to showcase their research, leadership, and creativity in MCHC’s prestigious Fashion Archives. The fellowship will focus on research and scholarship relating to renowned fashion designer Claire McCardell and her legacy in American sportswear. McCardell (1905-1958) was born in Frederick, Maryland. MCHC proudly holds one of the largest collections of McCardell designs and personal papers. Earlier this year, Tory Burch spent time at MCHC researching the Fashion Archives and McCardell’s private collection, drawing inspiration for her Spring/Summer 2022 collection. Learn more about the fashion fellowship and apply at mdhistory.org. Images:...