A centenary tribute to Suffolk composer Benjamin Britten is now open in Ipswich's Christchurch Mansion.
Visitors to a new exhibition can see a jacket, shoes and slippers belonging to Benjamin Britten, who was born in 1913. The clothing has been loaned by the Britten-Pears Foundation (BPF) in Aldeburgh. His sister's wedding dress and coat, in the collections of Ipswich Museum, are also highlights of the display.
The display is the brainchild of the Friends of the Ipswich Museums and its former chairman, Alan Swerdlow.
Caroline Harding, BPF Curator, said: "We are delighted that Britten's centenary is being marked at Christchurch Mansion, and are pleased to lend some items from the huge collection displayed at The Red House in Aldeburgh."
Meanwhile, one of Lady Violet Munnings' ball gowns will also be on display in the Mansion's drawing room. Painter Alfred Munnings' wife wore it to the Chelsea Arts Ball in 1933. It is the only piece of painted clothing in Ipswich Museum and one painted by a famous local artist. Also on display is a 19th Century Indian shawl given to Lady Munnings as a gift. Some Munnings paintings will accompany the display.
The Mansion is open Tuesdays to Sundays.
Photo: Alan Swerdlow and Councillor Alasdair Ross at the exhibition
