Costume Council to host 11th annual Chicago Men’s Fashion Awards ceremony at The Marshall Field’s Walnut Room
CHICAGO (September 9, 2026) — The Costume Council of the Chicago History Museum tomorrow night will recognize 11 of Chicago’s most stylish men at the 11th annual Chicago Men’s Fashion Awards at The Marshall Field’s Walnut Room from 6 to 9 p.m.
The Chicago Men’s Fashion Awards is the Costume Council’s annual fundraising event, supporting its mission to help the Chicago History Museum care for, conserve, interpret and display items in its world-renowned costume collection to further understanding of history through clothing.
“The Chicago Men’s Fashion Awards is a wonderful opportunity each year to recognize and celebrate Chicago’s past, present, and future in the fashion scene—and these 11 stylish men represent the very best of it,” said Chicago History Museum President & CEO Michael Anderson. “I want to congratulate this year’s awardees and thank the Costume Council for its continuous support and dedication to preserving and sharing incredible pieces of history—like those that’ll be on display in our ‘Threads of a Nation’ exhibition, opening in October. You won’t want to miss it!”
This year’s award winners include:
Bruno Abate
Danny Dunson
Jay Frankovich
César Henrichsen
Colby James
Darius Manning
J. R. Nelson
Jeremy Plummer
Patrick Ray
Cortez Smith
Manuel Whitfield
Founded by Mrs. Philip K. Wrigley in April 1974, the Costume Council supports the Chicago History Museum as a leader in the documentation and interpretation of the history and the art of fashion. Through the Costume Council’s efforts, the Museum has been able to maintain and grow a thriving collection.
The Costume Council also generously supports the Museum’s costume-based exhibitions, including the forthcoming “Threads of a Nation: Preserving Presidential Clothing” exhibition opening this October, featuring garments and accessories associated with John Adams, George and Martha Washington, and Abraham and Mary Lincoln alongside rare objects and documents that provide historical context.
“Threads of a Nation” explores how conservators protect and preserve these materials for future generations. This behind-the-scenes work is part of the Museum’s recognition of the nation’s 250th anniversary and demonstrates the institution’s long-standing commitment to caring for its renowned collection.
For more information about the event, sponsorship opportunities, or tickets, please visit chicagohistory.org/CMFA2026 or contact Lauren Edstrom, [email protected] or (312) 719-2112.
For additional questions or press inquiries, please contact Emily Miller, Public Communications Manager, at [email protected] or (312) 799-2161.
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The Chicago History Museum is situated on ancestral homelands of the Potawatomi people, who cared for the land until forced out by non-Native settlers. Established in 1856, the Museum is located at 1601 N. Clark Street in Lincoln Park, its third location. A major museum and research center for Chicago and U.S. history, the Chicago History Museum strives to be a destination for learning, inspiration, and civic engagement. Through dynamic exhibitions, tours, publications, special events and programming, the Museum connects people to Chicago’s history and to each other. The Museum collects and preserves millions of artifacts, documents, and images to assist in sharing Chicago stories. The Museum gratefully acknowledges the support of the Chicago Park District on behalf of the people of Chicago.