Harley-Davidson Museum salutes biker leather
Marlon Brando is Johnny Strabler in Columbia Pictures' 1954 film "The Wild One." Credit: Turner Broadcasting System
The Harley-Davidson Museum in Milwaukee is paying tribute to the black leather jacket this summer.
In "Worn to Be Wild: The Black Leather Jacket," which starts June 16, the museum will look at its evolution, beginning with its role to protect pilots and motorcyclists through its adoption by Hollywood celebrities and rock stars as a symbol of rebellion.
It also will look at its modern-day designs from fashion houses such as Jean Paul Gaultier and Gianni Versace.
There will be more than 100 artifacts during the exhibit's run, including jackets worn by Elvis Presley and Taylor Lautner.
The Harley-Davidson Museum put together the exhibit with EMP Museum in Seattle. It will travel there in October.
