Clothing & Textiles Through History
Presented by Ryan Conroy, Spring-Ford Historical Society
Join the Skippack and Spring-Ford Historical Societies for an engaging lecture exploring the history of clothing and textiles and what they reveal about daily life, craftsmanship, and culture of the past. From materials and construction techniques to fashion trends and social meaning, this presentation brings history to life through the lens of what people wore.
The lecture will include a visual presentation as well as hands-on learning with select historic textile and clothing artifacts. Whether you’re interested in fashion history, material culture, or local heritage, this program offers a fascinating look at how textiles connect us to the past.
The event will take place at the Skippack Township Building on Heckler Road.