The Society's textiles collection contains a wide variety of items spanning 150 +years. The collection is comprised of military uniforms (men's and women's); area band uniforms; men's wear (shirts, slacks, shorts, ties, belts, and shoes); women's wear (dresses, skirts, blouses, undergarments, nightwear, coats, swimsuits, aprons, gloves, hats, shoes, and purses); quilts; and a period antique doll collection, Numerous items have been cataloged; many more remain stored, awaiting discovery!
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