Smallman & Ingram Evening Gown

Date1940s

Credit LineGift of Mrs. Helen Johnston, 1990.

Object number1990.004.001

Label TextThis evening gown was purchased at Smallman & Ingram's store in London, Ontario. Smallman & Ingram was founded by Lemuel H. Ingram and John B. Smallman in 1877. Starting as a dry goods store, Smallman & Ingram expanded to carrying toys, home furnishings, and ready-to-wear fashions. It featured amenities like a restaurant and became the biggest department store in Western Ontario. The store was bought in 1945 by Simpson's and an addition was added to the existing building. In 1990, a firm was hired to restore the historic facade of the building, which now holds offices and retail stores.

NameGown, Evening