Textiles

Textiles made a significant contribution in the shaping and development of Fort Mill as with many communities in the South. During the heyday of textile manufacturing, a large percentage of Fort Mill Township residents earned their living either directly or indirectly, from the operation of the two cotton mills located in Fort Mill.

The Fort Mill History Museum Research Team has compiled information on the textile industry by the noted categories with proper citation to external resources included. Click on the respective photograph to gain insight into the respective textile category.

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