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History Hour- Stitched Together: A history of the Norwich Knitting Co. and Walt Disney

History Hour- Stitched Together: A history of the Norwich Knitting Co. and Walt Disney
WhenThursday, August 13 at 2:30 PM
WherePhelps Mansion Museum
PriceFree
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Stitched Together: A History of the Norwich Knitting Co and Walt Disney Long before Hollywood became a global merchandising empire, a small manufacturer in Norwich struck a deal that changed the entertainment industry forever. "Stitched Together" reveals the fascinating, untold history of how the Norwich Knitting Company partnered with a young, struggling Walt Disney to launch the world's very first Mickey Mouse apparel. The author will share how an industrial pioneer kept his business afloat during the height of the Great Depression, bringing a pie-eyed cartoon icon straight from the silver screen into the fabric of American homes. Join us for an intriguing journey through the secret allian

Venue

Phelps Mansion Museum
191 Court St, Binghamton, NY 13901

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