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Special Exhibits

Current Special Exhibit

The World Forestry Center hosts many wonderful temporary exhibits of art, history, and culture from around the world. These exhibits are on the second floor of the Discovery Museum.


Pendleton: Weaving America's Spirit


May 15 - August 15


Pendleton Woolen Mills has been a Northwest tradition since 1909. You can see and feel the Pendleton passion for quality. See it in the intricate patterns of Native American blankets inspired by ancient designs and legends.


Over the years, the early blanket weaving enterprise has grown into a uniquely American heritage of extraordinary quality, fine craftsmanship, and classic, enduring style.


To help celebrate this deep-rooted Oregon company, the World Forestry Center Discovery Museum will be hosting an extraordinary exhibit from May 15 through August 15, 2010 called Pendleton: Weaving America’s Spirit. Its rich Oregon history and quality product have made Pendleton Woolen Mills a household name. Still privately owned by the founder’s great-grandsons, Pendleton is now sold around the world.

 

The well-rounded exhibit includes:

  • An impressive wall of Pendleton blankets including a display of America's favorite National Park Blankets;
  • A graphic timeline collage  featuring archival photography and products;
  • Actual examples of different types of wool with tactile features that demonstrate the process "from fleece to fashion."


**And don't forget to visit our Forest Store so you can take home your own Pendelton treasure.**


Pendleton: Weaving America's Spirit is sponsored in part by Made in Oregon





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