This loom is a “Weaver’s Friend Loom,” patented in 1895. It was owned by Iva May (Hoover) Doll who lived in District #2. Iva and her husband, Rena, moved here in 1939. They were married on March 14, 1915 in Superior, Nebraska.
Iva made rugs on this loom. At fair time, she would have Rena move the loom to the fairgrounds where she made rugs and sold them. One of her rugs is on exhibit by the loom in the Museum.
Come to the Museum on Saturday, January 21, 2023 between 10:00am-3:00pm for a Fiber Fest. The Museum will be hosting a fun-filled day of Fiber Arts demonstrations, including: spinning, weaving, knitting, crocheting and tatting.
While here, wander to the textile’s exhibit and see Iva Doll’s loom. Debby has made many rugs on the loom, which have been sold in the Museum’s Gift Shop.