Tour, Talk & Exhibition
The wool industry in New York State, in particular the Hudson Valley, is diversified and vibrant, but not without its challenges. Discover the various qualities of New York wool and the diverse products produced through a virtual tour of the Hudson Valley's textile supply chain, from farm to market. We'll begin with tours of farms and continue, at a mill, manufacturers, designers, makers and retailers. Isabella Rossellini, actor and Long Island sheep farmer, will introduce a panel made up of farmers and industry professionals who will summarize the strengths of our fiber industry as well as the challenges, and marketing opportunities, leaving time for Q & A.
The Hudson Valley Textile Project is a 501c3 non-profit organization whose approximately 150 members come from all parts of the textile supply chain, having come together to share their knowledge and resources. We support regionally sourced, sustainably processed, and ethically manufactured farm to fiber products through education, collaboration and market development initiatives.