ESSE Purse Museum Presents "555 Compacts"

Join ESSE Museum & Store for “555 Compacts: An Exhibit Featuring the Collection of Chris Opp and a Compact History of Makeup in 20th Century America” opening on October 17 and running through January 26. Multimedia and mural artist Chris Opp graciously donated his 555 compacts to ESSE and we want to share this incredible collection with you!

In our contemporary landscape with makeup tutorials on-demand online and the latest palettes available from the drugstore to large beauty retailers, it may come as a surprise that makeup has not always been a style staple for the American woman. Take a quick trip through the 20th century with iconic cosmetic styles throughout the decades from enamel foundations to electric rouge and beyond!

ESSE Museum & Store is located at 1510 Main St. in the SoMa District of Little Rock, Arkansas. Tickets for the Museum are $10 for general admission, $8 for students, seniors and military.