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#HandsOnHistory Family Day

Sewing Demonstration

October 5, 2025 · 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Sitewide
Free

#HandsOnHistory Family Days feature free site admission, including access to the #HandsOnHistory: It Takes a Village exhibition and a special interactive demonstration where skilled tradespeople and artisans engage visitors in historic practices. 

On Sunday, October 5, come learn about the art and trade of sewing and tailoring in early America with KTM&HC's very own Chief Curator, Catherine Prescott! Catherine will be demonstrating historic techniques for sewing clothing, and there will be sewing activities for attendees to try. 

The demonstration will take place in front of the red Carriage Barn from 1 to 4 p.m. Registration is not required but visitors are encouraged to check in at the Visitor Center.

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