Costume Society of America
Sarah Woodyard is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in historical clothing, education, and costume interpretation. As the owner of Sewn Company since March 2019, Sarah Woodyard has been leading online hand-sewing classes and serving as a scholar of 18th-century clothing. In the role of Vice President of Education and Programs at the Costume Society of America since April 2020, Sarah Woodyard has contributed significantly to educational initiatives. Previously, Sarah Woodyard worked at the Colonial Williamsburg Foundation for over a decade as a Journeywoman Milliner and Mantua-Maker, engaging in research and reproduction of period garments while educating the public about 18th-century trades. Additional roles include management of intern programs and social media outreach for the Margaret Hunter Millinery Shop. Sarah Woodyard holds a Master of Arts in Material Culture from the University of Alberta and a Bachelor of Science in Textiles and Clothing from The Ohio State University.
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Costume Society of America
The Costume Society of America advances the global understanding of all aspects of dress and appearance. We work to stimulate scholarship and encourage study in the rich and diverse field of costume. The Costume Society of America advances the global understanding of all aspects of dress and appearance. We value five major purposes: To stimulate scholarship and encourage study in the rich and diverse field of costume. To disseminate information on dress and appearance. To raise the profile and credibility of the field of costume. To network among our members and with other people and organizations having costume interests. To manage and govern the organization to serve the membership. We serve individuals, students, institutions, and libraries. Our primary membership consists of individuals from a wide variety of backgrounds, both generalist and specialist, who share a passion for the history and serious study of costume. We seek members who are involved in the study, education, collection, and preservation, presentation, and interpretation of dress and appearance in our PAST, PRESENT, and FUTURE societies.