American Costume Symposium

The American Costume Symposium is an academic conference dedicated to studying and discussing the history, design, and cultural significance of costumes in American film, theater, and media. It gathers scholars, designers, and industry professionals to share research, showcase costume collections, and explore how costumes reflect societal values and identities. The event promotes understanding of costume art’s role in storytelling, historical representation, and visual culture, fostering dialogue about costume design's creative and cultural impact across different periods and genres.