Morris Museum to Host Shirley Temple Exhibition in May

This Memorial Day weekend, join us in Morristown as we celebrate the little girl whose smile, charm, and curly hair carried the nation through the Great Depression. The Morris Museum has announced that from May 21 through May 24, 2015 it will host "Love, Shirley Temple," an exhibition featuring Hollywood costumes and rare memorabilia from the personal collection of the world's most famous child actress. Sponsored by Theriault's, the auction leader for important childhood objects, the Morris Museum is the exclusive metropolitan venue for this traveling exhibition.

"Love, Shirley Temple" will feature dozens of cherished objects from Shirley Temple's famed childhood years. The actress's most recognizable movie costumes, including the iconic polka dot dress from "Stand Up and Cheer!" and the complete Scottish-kilt outfit from "Wee Willie Winkie" will be on view. Also on display will be her personal dolls and playthings, a child-sized racing car given to Shirley Temple by her close friend and co-star Bill "Bojangles" Robinson, and extraordinary autograph books and letters. Paintings and illustrations created for the actress by famed artists, animators, and cartoonists of the period will be included.

"This exhibition offers a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to explore the Hollywood film career and childhood of a beloved American icon," said Executive Director Linda Moore.

In conjunction with "Love, Shirley Temple," the Morris Museum will hold a special film series. Further program and ticket information is available by calling 973.971.3706 or online at morrismuseum.org.