Marea and the Queen’s Purse was inspired by Marea Bright, who worked closely with the notorious hat-maker for more than three decades.
“The exhibition is a story for any child, about a child's dream and how a dream can come true,” Marea said.
Children are encouraged to be inspired by millinery workshops, conducted by Marea herself.
The expo first materialised when Wagga Wagga museum assistant Sophie Magnusson, wrote a story about the ambitions of a young child.
After two years of preparation and a joint collaborative effort, the first edition of Marea and the Queen’s Purse was hosted at Wagga Museum.
Marea said that since then, the exhibition had grown legs.
It was only expected to run for a month or two, but the event that began in August ran until December last year.
From Wagga, the exhibition headed south to The Rock throughout January and February, then Urana Progress Association invited the event to Urana.
Just a few of the famous hats adorned by the Royals
“We are really proud of Freddy Fox coming from a small town and going on to do great things,” UPA secretary Wendy Mallom said.
It is hoped the exhibition would invoke wonder in Urana, with the knowledge of having a past resident go on to find global acclaim.
Exhibition entry is $5, located at the Soldiers Memorial Hall each Tuesday and Saturday in April between 10am and 3pm.
Entry provides patrons access to the Urana Courthouse Museum.
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Urana Soldiers Memorial Hall
Tuesdays and Saturdays in April
10am - 3pm
Entry $5
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