It’s one of film’s most iconic costumes and it’s due to be displayed in Ireland, after recently being sold for nearly half a million dollars at auction in the States.
The classic blue gingham dress, which is the Wizard Of Oz‘s original and worn by Judy Garland, will be on a limited edition display at the Newbridge Silverware Museum of Style Icons from May 22nd.
Everybody now, “There’s no place like home, there’s no place like home!”
The costume recently sold for a record sum of $480,000 in the USA and will remain on display in Kildare untl July 31st. It can be viewed free of charge from 9-6 daily.
“I remember watching the Wizard of Oz as a child in complete awe. The Cowardly Lion, the Scarecrow, Auntie Em and the Tin Man all led by this wonderful character named Dorothy,” said William Doyle, CEO of Newbridge Silverware.
“I feel as if the Wizard himself has given us a gift to share with fans at the Museum of Style Icons. We welcome everyone to come and join us at one of Ireland’s top free attractions and enjoy a slice of movie history!”
