Constructed in 1867, Mississippi Valley Textile Museum features a fabulous blend of the old and new all related to the history of the Mississippi Valley and the textile industry. Exhibitions range from early mill history and period mill equipment to cottage industry and eclectic modern fiber art exhibitions. A wonderful collection of unique gifts is also available in their charming gift shop. They also feature an education centre which illustrates the process of manufacturing wool from sheep to sweater, including wool production, dyeing techniques and alternate fiber production through mini exhibitions.
Location:
PO Box 784, Rosamond Street East, Almonte Ontario K0A1A0
Telephone
613-256-3754 Fax 613-256-1307
Other History nearby:
(Arnprior) Arnprior and District Museum
(Ottawa) Billings Estate Museum
(Ottawa) Bytown Museum
(Ottawa) Canadian Institute for Historical Microreproductions
(Ottawa) Canadian Museum of Civilisation
(Ottawa) Canadian Ski Museum
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04/05 Coming to The Almonte area
Franklin County Fair Malone NY August3-11 This annual county fair, taking place in late summer, schedules events such as: Rooster Crowing Contest, Truck & Tractor Pull, Horse Show, Clothing Revue Grandstand, 4-H Goat Showmanship/4-H Goat Costume Driving Class.
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