(Photo ӣƵ’s Jason Fraley) “They say all good things must come to an end, and all great things come to the Smithsonian.” That’s how AMC President Charlie Collier introduced Friday’s “Mad Men” donation to the National Museum of American History. WTOP was there to capture the star-studded event. Click through the gallery to see the donated props, costumes and scripts.
(Photo ӣƵ’s Jason Fraley) AMC President Charlie Collier (far left) and “Mad Men” creator Matthew Weiner (far right) join stars John Slattery, Christina Hendricks and Jonn Hamm at the Smithsonian National Museum of American History. ((Photo ӣƵ's Jason Fraley))
(Photo ӣƵ’s Jason Fraley) “Mad Men” creator Matthew Weiner signs an autograph for a fan. ((Photo ӣƵ's Jason Fraley))
(Photo ӣƵ’s Jason Fraley) The script from the Season One finale, “The Wheel,” which included a legendary speech by Don Draper. ((Photo ӣƵ's Jason Fraley))
(Photo ӣƵ’s Jason Fraley) Don Draper’s wardrobe is donated to the Smithsonian. ((Photo ӣƵ's Jason Fraley))
(Photo ӣƵ’s Jason Fraley) Betty Draper’s dress is donated to the Smithsonian. ((Photo ӣƵ's Jason Fraley))
(Photo ӣƵ’s Jason Fraley) Betty Draper’s apron is donated to the Smithsonian. ((Photo ӣƵ's Jason Fraley))
(Photo ӣƵ’s Jason Fraley) Sterling Cooper’s signature alcohol is donated to the Smithsonian. ((Photo ӣƵ's Jason Fraley))
(Photo ӣƵ’s Jason Fraley) These sweet shoes will join the “Mad Men” exhibit at the Smithsonian. ((Photo ӣƵ's Jason Fraley))
The cast and crew of AMC’s “Mad Men” donate items to the Smithsonian National Museum of American History.
