Ashes to Fashion Exibition – Belfast

On 11th November 1976, a devastating fire at Malone House in South Belfast – where the Ulster Museum’s fashion collection was being stored at the time – led to the near-total loss of the original costume and textile collection.

Fifty years on, the Ulster Museum fashion collection stands stronger than ever. A collection reborn through significant acquisitions, a future-proof collecting policy and generous donations, making it one of the most important collections in Western Europe. 

Ashes to Fashion marks this extraordinary milestone with a stunning showcase of fashion from the eighteenth century to today, from historic garments to contemporary pieces by Chanel and Versace.