For early pioneer women, spinning, weaving, and sewing textiles occupied a large portion of their time. While industrializations of spinning and weaving was occurring in cities, it was not extended to the frontier.
Most pioneers made quilts out of worn garments, since every scrap of fabric was precious. Quilts were a means of expression for many pioneers, both socially and artistically. The Newell House has an extensive collection of quilts, needlework, and other piece goods dating back to the 1700’s. There are also many carding, spinning, and weaving tools.
