Why the Met Gala Is So Important: The Origins of the 'Party of the Year'
· Telemundo McAllen (KTLM)
NEW YORK — The highly anticipated Met Gala returns to New York on Monday, May 4. This iconic evening transforms the Metropolitan Museum of Art into the stage for welcoming stars and celebrities from around the world in what many call the 'party of the year.' But how did this tradition, which annually draws fashion and art enthusiasts, begin? With over 70 years of history, the Met Gala is a night where luminaries from industries like film and music walk the museum's red carpet in bold outfits that highlight the event's theme. Here are some intriguing facts you should know. The most awaited night in fashion began in 1948 as a midnight dinner with a $50 entry fee, according to the museum. Created by Eleanor Lambert, a public relations pioneer who also founded New York Fashion Week, the event was dubbed the 'party of the year.' It raised funds to support the Costume Institute and celebrated the opening of its main annual exhibition.