Gropius House

Mementos Exhibition Landing Page

Mementos:

Jewelry of Life and Love from Historic New England

This exhibition showcases our vast collection of jewelry made and worn in New England from the eighteenth century to today. See authentic items New England’s residents wore and loved. Through original heirlooms and stories that connect with daily life, find out how New Englanders use jewelry to mark important moments.

The Momentos exhibition revolves around five themes: Celebrate, Tour, Remember, Collect, and Create