Hallie Bond: Knitting in the North Country
Sun, Jun 28
|Adirondack Lakes Center for the Arts
Adirondack folklorist and author Hallie Bond shares stories of knitting traditions in the North Country—from practical craft to cultural heritage.
Time & Location
Jun 28, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM
Adirondack Lakes Center for the Arts, 8897 NY-30, Blue Mountain Lake, NY 12812, USA
About The Event
Hallie Bond: Knitting in the North Country
Join renowned historian and former Adirondack Museum curator Hallie Bond for an engaging presentation on “Knitting in the North Country.” Explore how knitting was once an essential part of daily life in the Adirondacks, helping families survive and providing women with a valuable source of income. Learn how handmade mittens, socks, and other woolens kept loggers and outdoor workers warm through long northern winters, while patterns and styles reflected the changing traditions of the region. Blending history, craft, and culture, Hallie brings this unique and often overlooked Adirondack story vividly to life.