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On Active Duty
Vol. 12 No.18
Compiled by Riley Sleeman

One of the most welcome things to a soldier fighting overseas was a letter or parcel from home. And for his anxious loved ones, nothing could be more exciting that a letter from their son, brother, husband, or father, with reassurances that he was safe.

BLACK IS THE NEW BLACK: Fashion as Art
A Textile Exhibit from the Collection of the Lake of the Woods Museum

BLACK IS THE NEW BLACK
Fashion as Art
May 7 - June 12

Everything old is new again and that holds true for the colour black in fashion. This exhibit draws from the Museum's amazing textile collection. Spanning the decades, the exhibit will feature women's clothing - all in black. A visual delight for fashionistas, artists and textile lover. More info ...

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