American Velvet Company

Date Range

1892 – 1996

Title

American Velvet Company

What occurred

The American Velvet Company was a corporation that was located on Stonington before it was moved to Virginia. At its peak it was the top velvet producer for the United States. It employed 450 people and house 300 looms. Many of the people who lived in Stonington were employed at the mill. Labor and energy costs became too expensive in Connecticut and the company had to move to a cheaper location. Today it houses farmer's markets, bakeries, and an art gallery.

Location

Stonington, Connecticut

Image Citation

https://westerlylife.com/velvet-mill-stonington-ct/

Student name(s)

Kelci Gilot