CostumeLab

Notice: In consultation with the Arlington County Manager’s Office (CMO), Arlington Public Schools (APS), the County’s Health and Human Services professionals and the Arlington Commission for the Arts (ACA), we have determined County-run arts facilities (3700 Four Mile Run, Lee Arts Center and shared facilities with APS) will remain closed. This includes theatres, rehearsal spaces, art galleries, art studios, scenery shop, costume shop, offices and storage spaces. The feasibility of reopening these facilities in Spring of 2021 is being evaluated on an ongoing basis, given the changing circumstances of the pandemic. We will keep you apprised of any change in status.

The Arlington County CostumeLab collection is available as a rental resource exclusively for arts organizations supported by the FY 2020 Arlington Arts Grants Program. The costume rental stock includes over 20,000 pieces including period garments for men and women, modern dress, hats, shoes, military service uniforms, capes, corsets, armor and more. For rates and additional information, please see our Arlington CostumeLab Rental Policy or contact Joan M. Lynch for more information.

Hours of Operation

• By appointment ONLY. Appointments are scheduled 2 weeks in advance, Monday-Friday between 10:00am-5:00pm. For information regarding the CostumeLab collection and to make an appointment please contact Joan M. Lynch at costumes@arlingtonva.us, 703-228-6974.

• Grantees are encouraged to contact the CostumeLab well in advance of their project to determine if the items they need exist in the
collection and to schedule appointments for consultation or pick-up.

• Staff is available to assist with costuming needs. Grantees should be prepared to provide information regarding their costume requirements and production dates. Costumes may be rented up to one month prior to
performances.

Location

Located in Gunston Middle School
2700 S. Lang St.
Arlington, VA 22206
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Contact Us

For more information please contact Joan M. Lynch at costumes@arlingtonva.us, 703-228-6974.