Tuesday, June 7, 2011

From Fiber to Fashion @ Cumberland County Historical Society


Just Opened: From Fiber to Fashion

Cumberland County Historical Society Carlisle PA

Special Exhibit

June 3 - Oct. 29


The Cumberland County Historical Society presents From Fiber to Fashion: The Fabric of Early Cumberland County,a free exhibit open to the public. Biographies of a local weaver, spinner, tailor ad merchant illustrate interactions with fellow county residents from 1750-1820 as well as with merchants from Pennsylvania and Europe. Based on the popular book, Cloth and Costume 1750 to 1800, the exhibit features textiles referenced in this publication as well as artifacts from the CCHS collection, other museums and private collectors.

Location: 21 N. Pitt St., Carlisle • 717-249-7610 www.historicalsociety.com

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