More About Made to Last: Textiles of Early Connecticut
FREE but registration is required.
Come learn about the thread that textile arts weaves through American history.
Margaret Liljedahl will be presenting over 300 years of weaving arts; its pivotal role in American homes and significance in our early economy.
Textile production was a critical part of the economy and culture of colonial New England, the echoes of which can still be heard today!
Participants will have the chance to see examples of antique fiber processing equipment from around Connecticut and learn about how they have been used for the past 300+ years. After the talk, Margaret will demonstrate weaving live on a loom. No prior weaving knowledge or experience necessary!
This event is part of the “America 250: The Revolutionary Spirit Lecture Series” co-sponsored by the Friends of the Weston Public Library, The Weston History & Culture Center and the League of Women Voters of Weston, with funding from the Weston America 250 Advisory Group.
About the Presenter: Margaret Liljedahl is a West Hartford native who had her first encounter with an antique loom at a CT museum. Over the past decade, Margaret has studied historical weaving techniques and has the privilege of working with several historical sites and museums across Connecticut and New York to get their barn looms singing again. She is an active member of the Handweavers Guild of Connecticut and is passionate about connecting antique fiber equipment with locals who still know how to use them.
Come learn about the thread that textile arts weaves through American history.
Margaret Liljedahl will be presenting over 300 years of weaving arts; its pivotal role in American homes and significance in our early economy.
Textile production was a critical part of the economy and culture of colonial New England, the echoes of which can still be heard today!
Participants will have the chance to see examples of antique fiber processing equipment from around Connecticut and learn about how they have been used for the past 300+ years. After the talk, Margaret will demonstrate weaving live on a loom. No prior weaving knowledge or experience necessary!
This event is part of the “America 250: The Revolutionary Spirit Lecture Series” co-sponsored by the Friends of the Weston Public Library, The Weston History & Culture Center and the League of Women Voters of Weston, with funding from the Weston America 250 Advisory Group.
About the Presenter: Margaret Liljedahl is a West Hartford native who had her first encounter with an antique loom at a CT museum. Over the past decade, Margaret has studied historical weaving techniques and has the privilege of working with several historical sites and museums across Connecticut and New York to get their barn looms singing again. She is an active member of the Handweavers Guild of Connecticut and is passionate about connecting antique fiber equipment with locals who still know how to use them.
Date & Time
June 6, 2026
2:00pm - 3:30pm
Location
Weston History & Culture Center
104 Weston Rd. Weston, CT
Weston, CT 06883
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