costume, undergarment
Catalog Number
2001.66.4cDescription
Dutch costume undergarment.History
Marion Shackson had this Dutch costume made for her in 1932. She wore it in the classroom and parades during Tulip Time.Marion was born on 12-15-1905 in Onaway, MI. She moved to Holland, MI with her family in 1928. Marion's parents were John (1861-1943) and Mattie Shackson (1872-1959). Her siblings included Ramona (a teacher at Van Raalte School in Holland, MI); Rolland (Hope professor); Edith; and Renetta.
The Shacksons lived in Holland, MI at 202 West 15th Street (1934 city directory) and 311 West 12th Street (1938, 1965 city directories).
In 1928 Marion began a 45 year teaching career in Holland. Many of those years were spent teaching English at EE Fell. Marion passed away in Holland, MI on 10-7-2001.