The joint will be jumping when the Chemainus Valley Historical Society steps back in time on Sept. 19 for Flappers & Fedoras: Mocktails and Melodies at the Chemainus Valley Museum.
Inspired by a recent donation, the event brings a 1920s theme to life through music, fashion and games.
“The museum recently received a donation of a player piano from the Woodhouse family and as player pianos were a large part of the entertainment of the time, as well as it being 100 years ago, we thought it was a good fit,” said Trina Lambert, operations manager for the museum.
Attendees can expect a dance lesson, period-appropriate games, a chance to try out the museum’s new player piano and creatively crafted mocktails. A member of the Chemainus Classic Car group will be on hand with a 1920s car for photo ops. Period costumes are encouraged, but not required.
Lambert said the 1920s were a time of growth and celebration in Chemainus, with the opening of a new sawmill, local businesses like Clements Drug Store and McBrides Service Station, and even a visit from Lord Baden Powell, founder of the Boy Scouts, who came to meet the Girl Guides.
The museum will showcase roaring twenties artifacts and images at the gala.
“We have added to our exhibits with a beautiful display of the clothing of the 20s and will be highlighting photos of Chemainus from the time period, as well as the music,” Lambert said.
The night will also include a silent auction and opportunities to win door prizes, thanks to donations from local businesses.
“We are so grateful to the community businesses for all their support for our silent auction. We have some really great items to offer!”
This year’s fundraiser aims to improve the museum’s digital infrastructure.
“Our plan is to put the funds toward upgrading our online presence, including our website,” said Lambert.
So grab your tickets and 23 skidoo on down to the museum to cut a rug for a cause.
Flappers & Fedoras runs from 7 to 9:30 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 19, with doors opening at 6:30. Tickets are $35 and available through the Chemainus Valley Museum. For more information, call 250-246-2445 or email [email protected].
