Textiles and Textile Tools of Oley

Alan G. Keyser has studied, published and presented lectures on homespun over the last 40 years. He will show examples of both tools and pieces of homespun linens, linsey and wool made in the Oley area and elsewhere in southeastern Pennsylvania more than 150 years ago.

See actual samplers, coverlets and other textiles made in the Oley Valley! See what tools were used and learn how those tools were made!

Sampler image courtesy of Schwenkfelder Library & Heritage Center