Decodence: Legendary Interiors and Illustrious Travelers Aboard the SS Normandie August 21, 2010

The S.S. Normandie was the epitome of Art Deco-era style and sophistication - the largest, fastest and most glamorous of the so-called "floating palaces" of the early and mid-20th century. The exhibition at New York's South Street Seaport museum will feature original interior works by the famous Deco artists that beautified her decks, showing visitors just why Normandie captured the imagination of the world before her tragic end in 1942. The displays will also showcase original furnishings, rare passenger photographs, video footage, voyage logs, uniforms, fashion accessories, and commemorative items from Normandie's maiden voyage.