Past Exhibitions
Threading the Needle: From Field to Fabric 2021
#HandsOnHistory
September 30 – November 7, 2021
Carriage Barn
From sheep to wool. From flax to linen. From mulberry to silk.
Until the mid-19th century and the rise of the industrialized textile factory, many Ridgefielders were creating textiles at home; from cultivating raw materials to weaving fabric. This interactive exhibition highlights the production of the three types of textile fibers commonly produced in Ridgefield and the region—linen, wool, and silk—from the field to finished fabric to its use in clothing and decorations. Hands-on activities, live demonstrations, and virtual programs: fun for all ages!
Site admission is FREE all Sundays during the exhibit thanks to the generous support of M&T Bank.
Sponsored by M&T Bank.
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