Date of Submission
Spring 2023
Academic Program
Anthropology; Global and International Studies
Project Advisor 1
Sophia Stamatopoulou-Robbins
Abstract/Artist's Statement
The first commercial thrift stores were established in the late 19th and early 20th century. Labeled as ‘charity stores’, the first thrift stores were tied to philanthropic missions, creating a bond between charity and capitalism. However, thrift stores have expanded beyond philanthropy and have evolved into community spaces. Inspired by Audre Lorde’s A Respelling of my Name, the goal of this project is to provide the reader with an intimate view of thrifting through the conversation of three main topics : As Is, One-of-a-Kind, and Community.
Open Access Agreement
Open Access
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Recommended Citation
Bernal, Penelope B., "Thrift : A Respelling of Home" (2023). Senior Projects Spring 2023. 155.
https://digitalcommons.bard.edu/senproj_s2023/155
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