Before the Bikini

Art Deco Event & Exhibition

Date: Feb 15 – Feb 29Space: Main Gallery

This Art Deco Festival, join for this official Art Deco event  ‘Before the Bikini’ hosted by Creative Arts Napier.

Adults $30 Children $10.  Event tickets available to purchase here via iticket

Thursday, 15th February 5.30 – 7.30pm 

Discover an impressive collection of original vintage beachwear at CAN!  Fascinating beachwear of the 20s and 30s are playfully displayed amongst rare and intriguing examples of seaside holiday accessories and entertainment.

Enjoy drinks and nibbles at this family friendly celebration of vintage style!

Bubbles on arrival.  Bonus drink if you come dressed in your Art Deco beachwear!

Spot prizes. Cash Bar available.

Another treat, Assistant Curator of the Australian National Maritime Museum, Inger Sheil, will be giving a talk and answering your questions at this not-to-be missed opening event.

Located at 16 Byron Street, not far from the beautiful Marine Parade and centre of the Art Deco Festival festivities.

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Free entry to the exhibition during gallery hours from Friday 16th – Thursday 29th February 2024