Bio-Couture: Petals, Plumes, and Precious Stones
January 29 | 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Science Museum of Minnesota members are invited to this exclusive behind-the-scenes exploration of the rich intersection of science, nature, and fashion. During Bio-Couture: Petals, Plumes, and Precious Stones, marvel at exquisite wearable pieces pulled directly from the museum’s scientific archives, uncovering their stories, natural origins, and cultural significance.
21+. Enjoy light bites and beverages.
For as long as humans have dressed, they have used materials and drawn inspiration from the natural world. Early ancestors draped themselves with furs for warmth; we now see floral motifs at Spring/Summer Fashion Week. Across cultures, this deep relationship between nature and personal expression reveals itself in powerful ways — sometimes through appreciation for the materials and traditions that shape identity, and other times through practices that have pushed species to the brink of extinction.
From beadwork to gemstones, feathers to textiles, each item offers a window into human creativity, ingenuity, and our ever-evolving connection to the natural world. Expect to be inspired, and to walk away with a deepened appreciation for how science helps us understand the materials we wear and the histories they carry.
