The exhibition will open to the public on the 18th October.
It has been announced that the UK premiere of Marilyn – The Exhibition will open at the Arches London Bridge next month to offer a glimpse into the world of Marilyn Monroe.
Featuring love letters, satin robes and timeless outfits and vintage shoes, make-up and accessories, this exhibition is formed of of 250 extraordinary objects from the collection of Ted Stampfer, the world’s largest collector of Marilyn Monroe’s historical objects of this kind.
The aim of the exhibition is to offer visitors the opportunity to discover the real
story of the actress From her beginnings as Norma Jeane Baker, transformation
into the legendary Marilyn, all the way through to her tragically early death this display will offer an intimate look at her life.
Highlights of the exhibition will include artefacts from her ground-breaking career including the creation of her own film production company, memorabilia from her film production ventures in London in 1956 and her historic meeting with Queen Elizabeth II. Also on display are the make-up and beauty accessories she used to craft her distinctive image and outfits made famous by her films and photoshoots. Handwritten
notes, childhood drawings, letters, family photographs, books, scripts and props from her films are also among the treasures in the exhibition.
Talking about the exhibition, Marilyn Monroe collector and curator Ted Stampfer says: “I’m delighted that some of the most fascinating artefacts from my personal collection will be on display in London for the first time. Much has been written and discussed about Marilyn over the decades but no one can say with absolute certainty what the truth is. What we can consider, in addition to her film and photographic legacy, are her personal material possessions. In 1962, after her death, her items were
stored and preserved, almost like they were in a time capsule, for nearly four decades! It’s wonderful to be able to share these unique pieces which can give us a real insight into her life, allowing us today to get closer to the real Marilyn Monroe and her true identity.”
To sign up for more information visit: https://marilynlondonbridge.co.uk/
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