Art Deco Society of Los Angeles Events
The Art Deco Society of Los Angeles hosts events that celebrate the art, culture and architecture of the Art Deco era (roughly defined as 1920 – 1949). More specifically, past events have included vintage dances with live period authentic music, illustrated presentations on historical topics such as fashion, film history, architecture, design and dance and other cultural topics, author talks, docent-led museum experiences and walking tours of Art Deco architecture, plus dress-up social events, to mention a few of our popular activities. If you have an event to suggest or would like to participate in making an event happen, please contact us at artdeco@adsla.org.
Save the Date! Nov. 7, the Art Deco Society of Los Angeles presents "Pre-Code Hollywood Frolic" - an opportunity to be the Hollywood starlet or Matinee Idol you've always known you are! This will definitely be the most scandalous party you'll attend all year.
Jim Ziegler's Quintet will perform top tunes of the era for your dancing pleasure, plus a multitude of scandalous surprises! Stay tuned for more information and tickets.
We are thrilled to announce an afternoon of vintage glamour celebrating the publication of author and actress Illeana Douglas’ wickedly delicious new book Jungle Red! The Making of MGM's THE WOMEN. Plus, a Vintage Evening Gown Fashion Show, Vintage Vendors and more elegant entertainment. Following is a book signing with Illeana Douglas, facilitated by Larry Edmunds Bookshop.
Douglas will appear on stage at the historic Million Dollar Theatre in downtown Los Angeles for an interview with FIDM/ASU curator Kevin Jones about the making of this legendary 1939 George Cukor directed classic with costumes by Adrian and a script by Anita Loos and Jane Murfin AND featuring screen goddesses Norma Shearer, Joan Crawford, Rosalind Russell, Paulette Goddard, Joan Fontaine and 100 more catty women! Following is a book signing with Illeana Douglas, facilitated by Larry Edmunds Bookshop.
What's better than making fabulous vintage inspired garments and accessories? Making them with the support of kindred spirits!
Our monthly Art Deco Society of Los Angeles Makers Group, drop-in online socials are open to all members. Even if you don’t have a project to share, drop in and get inspired.
We're calling these virtual meetups “Snugs.” They are an opportunity to visit with our talented members - to share our creativity and offer peer support in working through challenges with our projects.
Goddesses in the Machine: Fashion in American Silent Film, the current exhibit on view at Bard Graduate Center Gallery in New York City is the topic of this curator delivered virtual presentation that offers a taste of this exciting first major exhibition to explore fashion in American silent film.
When films were silent, fashion spoke volumes. Goddesses in the Machine: Fashion in American Silent Film, reveals the untold story of costume and style in early Hollywood, from actors wearing their own clothes to the birth of the movie costume designer.
Join the Art Deco Society of Los Angeles for no-host cocktails at the historic Biltmore Hotel, a Cocktails in Historic Places® holiday tradition. Many members dress in cocktail attire, but it is not required.
The Avalon Ball, now in its 24th year, is a fantastic journey into the past when Big Bands played for huge audiences via nationwide broadcasts from the 1929 Art Deco Casino Ballroom in the city of Avalon on Catalina Island. With the Avalon Ball Orchestra. Come for the evening or spend the weekend. See the FAQ button to learn more about the event and to see prices. Sponsored by Johnny Holiday.