The Shadow
CLIFTON FORGE — On Thursday, the Clifton Forge Public Library will host a public presentation titled “Pioneer Gear.” It will be held in the library’s Michael Armstrong Community Room beginning at 6 p.m.
The program will focus on the early pioneer history of the Allegheny Highlands region and the outfits of everyday pioneers. This talk and demonstration will be presented by local re-enactors Michael Hayslett of Clifton Forge and Ron Thomas of Falling Springs.
Hayslett will begin the presentation with an introductory slide show on the early history of European pioneers and frontier forts of the region.
Following will be a demonstration of frontier dress and equipment by Hayslett and Thomas.
They will be in costume and display numerous articles of reproduction equipment that is representative of pioneer life and that is used by colonial re-enactors.
Following the program, light refreshments will be provided.
Admission is free
“Pioneer Gear” is one of three activities sponsored by the Clifton Forge Public Library during January, with a theme of early regional history.
“Indian Implements,” will be presented on Jan. 30 by Hayslett and Pete Davis.
Completing the theme is Hayslett’s display, “Pioneer Accoutrements,” which is being showcased in the library throughout the month of January.
The Clifton Forge Public Library is located at 535 Church Street.
For information on any library activities and programs, call the library at 863-2519.
