Who Owns What?

Event details Date: Friday, July 17, 2026 Time: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Location: Human - T45 Type: Exhibits Department: College of Human Ecology Human Centered Design Contact: Karen Steffy | ks247@cornell.edu About this event “Who Owns What?” investigates fashion’s relationship with identity through the various perspectives of those who may refer to themselves as “The Owner.” The exhibit is divided into three sections: “The Creator,” “The Wearer,” and “The Steward.” “The Creator” explores design process, brand identity, labor, and consumerism. “The Wearer,” reveals how clothing can become intimately personalized. “The Steward,” raises questions about the slipperiness of meanings over time. Through a series of vignettes, identity becomes something owned and shown in a multitude of ways. Curated by Ashley Kim ‘26. Funded by the Charlotte A. Jirousek Fellowship. Official event details: https://events.cornell.edu/event/who-owns-what