Ava Gardner Museum, Film star museum in Smithfield, United States.
The Ava Gardner Museum displays film costumes, personal belongings, photographs, movie posters, and artifacts spanning the career of the Hollywood actress.
The collection began in 1941 when a teenage admirer started gathering memorabilia, leading to the museum establishment in downtown Smithfield in 1981.
The exhibits feature Gardner's transformation from a North Carolina country girl into a leading Hollywood performer through films, fashion, and personal letters.
The museum facility contains 6,400 square feet of exhibit space and provides guided tours with detailed information about Gardner's professional achievements.
Visitors can view the green velvet dress from The Great Sinner and the Pandora outfit among 40 cases of personal items and career memorabilia.
Location: North Carolina
Address: 325 E. Market St. Smithfield, NC 27577 27577 27577
Opening Hours: Maandag-Vrijdag 09:30-16:30; Zaterdag 09:00-17:00; Zondag 12:00-17:00
Phone: +(919)9345830
Email: avainfo@avagardner.org
Website: https://avagardner.org
GPS coordinates: 35.51090,-78.34510
Latest update: March 3, 2025 03:06
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