The History of the Met Gala

On the first Monday of May every year, news headlines become dominated by photos of the most prestigious celebrities on the red carpet dressed in the most exotic attire. New York City’s Fifth Avenue becomes a hotspot for actor and athlete sightings, along with other members of high society.

This event is known as the Met Gala, and has been taking place annually since 1948 – but have you ever wondered what the Met Gala actually is?