# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Buff & Blue: How George Washington Fashioned the Revolution
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sun, 19 Jul, 2026 at 02:00 pm – Sun, 19 Jul, 2026 at 03:30 pm
- **Event Description**: Historic Rock Ford's Fashions Lecture Series welcomes Chloe Chapin as she presents “Buff & Blue: How George Washington Fashioned the Revolution.” Was George Washington America’s first fashion designer? George Washington designed his own military uniform, and within fifteen years, men across America, England, and France were copying his look. In this talk, fashion historian Chloe Chapin will unpack the fascinating history of the iconic “buff and blue,” and how it had such a lasting impact on American style.

This presentation will begin at 2 PM in the Langmuir Education Room located on the first floor of the Rock Ford Barn. Visitors may park in the area located behind the Barn. Prior to the lecture, attendees may visit the Snyder Gallery and our 2026 Focus Exhibit. The Snyder Gallery closes at 4 PM. 

About the Presenter: In her forthcoming book, “Suitable: The Sartorial Revolution and the Fashioning of Modern Men,” designer and historian Chloe Chapin investigates the materiality, manufacture, and meaning behind men’s suits between the American Revolution and the Civil War. Chapin is a fashion historian with a PhD from Harvard. Previously, she costumed rock musicals on Broadway.

$10 General Admission
$5 Rock Ford Member
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/lancaster/buff-and-blue-how-george-washington-fashioned-the-revolution/200029697782125
- **Event Categories**: art, fashion
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 51

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Lancaster
- **state**: PA
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 881 Rockford Rd, Lancaster, PA, United States, Pennsylvania 17602
- **lat**: 40.02012
- **long**: -76.28775
- **full address**: 881 Rockford Rd, Lancaster, PA, United States, Pennsylvania 17602

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Buff & Blue: How George Washington Fashioned the Revolution being held?
  - **A:** Buff & Blue: How George Washington Fashioned the Revolution takes place on Sun, 19 Jul, 2026 at 02:00 pm to Sun, 19 Jul, 2026 at 03:30 pm at 881 Rockford Rd, Lancaster, PA, United States, Pennsylvania 17602.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Buff & Blue: How George Washington Fashioned the Revolution?
  - **A:** Buff & Blue: How George Washington Fashioned the Revolution is organized by Historic Rock Ford.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Buff & Blue: How George Washington Fashioned the Revolution is ideal for art lovers, trade professionals, collectors, and exhibition enthusiasts exploring the latest in their field. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Lancaster, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 50+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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