Elizabeth Monroe's Silk Velvet Gown 

This golden silk velvet gown was likely worn by future first lady Elizabeth Monroe to Napoleon's coronation in 1804. Mrs. Monroe may have accessorized the dress with elegant jewelry and a silk or cashmere shawl. Mrs. Monroe accompanied James Monroe on his second diplomatic mission to France during President Thomas Jefferson's administration.This gown is part of the collection at the James Monroe Museum and Memorial Library in Fredericksburg, Virginia.