Discovery Museum: Bessie’s Closet, pop-up clothing shop

Discovery Museum will host a free-of-charge pop-up clothing shop, called “Bessie’s Closet,” November 7 through 9, 2025. Donations of new or gently used clean clothing in any size are being collected through November 1. A collection box is located in the Museum’s lobby.

Bessie’s Closet will be open to all on Friday, November 7, 3:30pm – 7:30pm and Saturday and Sunday, November 8 and 9, 10:00am – 3:00pm. Paid museum admission is not required to shop, nor is it included.

Bessie’s Closet began as a staff-led initiative in 2022. Two events have been held each year since then and more than 2,000lbs of clothing and shoes are distributed at each.