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Diana, A Celebration Exhibit at the Cincinnati Museum Center

Diana, A Celebration Exhibit at the Cincinnati Museum Center

 

I recently got to attend the sold out premiere of the “Diana, A Celebration” exhibit at the Cincinnati Museum Center. The Museum Center created an opening night in style complete with incredible food, red carpet entry and complimentary pictures.

Diana, A Celebration Exhibit at the Cincinnati Museum Center

 

The Diana exhibit began with several quotes and pictures of her followed by her tiara.

Diana, A Celebration Exhibit at the Cincinnati Museum Center

 

Princess Diana was well known for her beauty inside and out.

 

Diana, A Celebration Exhibit at the Cincinnati Museum Center

 

This picture of her is so beautiful. The tiara is pretty impressive too!

 

Diana, A Celebration Exhibit at the Cincinnati Museum Center

 

Diana, A Celebration Exhibit at the Cincinnati Museum Center

 

We learned of Diana’s lineage to the throne and history of her family. The family jewels are pretty stunning!

 

Diana, A Celebration Exhibit at the Cincinnati Museum Center

 

Diana, A Celebration Exhibit at the Cincinnati Museum Center

 

Diana, A Celebration Exhibit at the Cincinnati Museum Center

 

Diana, A Celebration Exhibit at the Cincinnati Museum Center

Diana, A Celebration Exhibit at the Cincinnati Museum Center

Diana, A Celebration Exhibit at the Cincinnati Museum Center

 

The exhibit gave you a sense of her early childhood with pictures, personal possessions and home movies.

 

Diana, A Celebration Exhibit at the Cincinnati Museum Center

 

Diana, A Celebration Exhibit at the Cincinnati Museum Center

 

Diana, A Celebration Exhibit at the Cincinnati Museum Center

 

 

The exhibit also has Diana’s wedding dress!

 

Diana, A Celebration Exhibit at the Cincinnati Museum Center

 

It was really interesting to take in all of the details up close.

 

Diana, A Celebration Exhibit at the Cincinnati Museum Center

 

Diana, A Celebration Exhibit at the Cincinnati Museum Center

Diana, A Celebration Exhibit at the Cincinnati Museum Center

 

I’ve seen the footage of the wedding but it was different to see the elements of that day in person.

 

Diana, A Celebration Exhibit at the Cincinnati Museum Center

Her wedding was watched by over 1 billion television viewers in 1981!

 

Diana, A Celebration Exhibit at the Cincinnati Museum Center

 

Diana, A Celebration Exhibit at the Cincinnati Museum Center

 

Diana’s wedding dress had a 25 foot silk train which is the longest in Royal history and was hand embroidered with more than 10,000 tiny mother of pearl sequins and pearls created by Elizabeth and David Emanuel.

 

Diana, A Celebration Exhibit at the Cincinnati Museum Center

 

Diana, A Celebration Exhibit at the Cincinnati Museum Center

 

Diana, A Celebration Exhibit at the Cincinnati Museum Center

The exhibit showcases a lot of interesting mementoes from that day including hand written notes.

 

Diana, A Celebration Exhibit at the Cincinnati Museum Center

The Diana exhibit also highlights her public life and her fashion over the years with over 25 pieces.

 

Diana, A Celebration Exhibit at the Cincinnati Museum Center

 

I absolutely LOVED this part of the exhibit.

 

Diana, A Celebration Exhibit at the Cincinnati Museum Center

 

It felt like you were going back in history.

 

Diana, A Celebration Exhibit at the Cincinnati Museum Center

 

You could see how Diana’s fashion evolved over the years.

 

Diana, A Celebration Exhibit at the Cincinnati Museum Center

 

Diana, A Celebration Exhibit at the Cincinnati Museum Center

 

There are also images of her wearing several dresses and even some video footage.

 

Diana, A Celebration Exhibit at the Cincinnati Museum Center

 

Diana, A Celebration Exhibit at the Cincinnati Museum Center

 

 

There was also an outfit that reflected her humanitarian side that was a huge part of who she was.

 

Diana, A Celebration Exhibit at the Cincinnati Museum Center

 

The exhibit has audio recordings that you can listen to along the way that give you extra insight into each piece.

 

Diana, A Celebration Exhibit at the Cincinnati Museum Center

 

The Diana exhibit shows her heart and compassion for others.

 

Diana, A Celebration Exhibit at the Cincinnati Museum Center

 

Diana, A Celebration Exhibit at the Cincinnati Museum Center

 

Diana, A Celebration Exhibit at the Cincinnati Museum Center

 

The exhibit also ends with the sobering reminder of her death with the kind words of her brother that were spoken and even lyrics from Sir Elton John’s song at her funeral.

 

Diana, A Celebration Exhibit at the Cincinnati Museum Center

 

Diana, A Celebration Exhibit at the Cincinnati Museum Center

Diana, A Celebration Exhibit at the Cincinnati Museum Center

 

The video footage loops with beautiful clips that capture her beauty as a person.

 

Diana, A Celebration Exhibit at the Cincinnati Museum Center

 

Diana, A Celebration Exhibit at the Cincinnati Museum Center

 

The Cincinnati Museum Center also showcase local woman who made philanthropic efforts in the Cincinnati area from the 1850s-1960s.

Diana, A Celebration Exhibit at the Cincinnati Museum Center

 

Diana, A Celebration Exhibit at the Cincinnati Museum Center

 

It was really interesting to read about women who had such an impact in our local area.

 

Diana, A Celebration Exhibit at the Cincinnati Museum Center

Diana, A Celebration Exhibit at the Cincinnati Museum Center

 

 

I absolutely LOVED the Diana, A Celebration Exhibit!

 

 

Diana, A Celebration Exhibit at the Cincinnati Museum Center

 

You can feel like a Princess too by taking a selfie with a crown.

 

Diana, A Celebration Exhibit at the Cincinnati Museum Center

 

Don’t forget to share your “#celebratediana” experience on social media.

 

Diana, A Celebration Exhibit at the Cincinnati Museum Center

 

 

Princess Diana made such an impact on so many people’s lives and this exhibit gives you an even greater appreciation for her life, her love and her legacy.

 

Diana, A Celebration Exhibit at the Cincinnati Museum Center

 

You can see Diana, A Celebration now until August 17, 2014

Feb. 14 – Aug. 17, 2014

 

Exhibit Hours 

Monday & Tuesday Noon- 6pm

Wednesday- Friday Noon – 8pm

Saturday & Sunday 11am – 8pm

 

Exhibit Pricing 

Feb. 14 – July 31

Adult $24

Child 16

Senior $21

Member Adult $17

Member Child $12

There will be a $1 increase for each admission from August 1-17.

 

 

Cincinnati is the LAST city that the exhibition, that has been traveling since 2003, will be in before returning the items to her sons in London for future generations, so don’t miss it!

Make sure you check out the Cincinnati Museum Center website for upcoming events like “Diana:Toast of the Town” every Wednesday from 6-9 with a cash bar.

wine wednesday Diana Toast of the Town

 

The Cincinnati Museum Center is located at 1301 Western Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45203.

 

Disclosure: I was given complimentary tickets for review purposes. All opinions are my own. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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