The Salvation Army Wedding Dress Exhibition

Bacchus Marsh Public Hall

207 Main Street,
Bacchus Marsh VIC 3340

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  • 6 & 7 Mar

10am–4pm

$15 per person

Tickets are just $15, with the option to add an extra donation

This March, Bacchus Marsh Public Hall comes alive with a unique exhibition hosted by The Salvation Army. Over 60 beautifully restored op shop gowns, carefully collected by local enthusiast Margaret Fava, will be on display for two days.

Visitors will enjoy a stunning display of restored bridal and evening gowns, a chance to step into stories of history, craftsmanship, and sustainability, and a community-driven celebration of creativity and care. For more than 15 years, Margaret Fava has been lovingly collecting wedding gowns, a passion sparked by the unexpected beauty she discovered in op shops. Drawn to dresses that felt too lovely to be forgotten, she began rescuing gowns one by one, a hobby that has grown into a remarkable collection of nearly 300 pieces.

More than a celebration of fashion and history, this exhibition is a fundraiser for The Salvation Army Red Shield Appeal, helping provide vital services to people doing it tough. Every ticket purchased makes a meaningful difference.

Content: The Salvation Army

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