History Hour- Stitched Together: A history of the Norwich Knitting Co. and Walt Disney

Stitched Together: A History of the Norwich Knitting Co and Walt Disney Long before Hollywood became a global merchandising empire, a small manufacturer in Norwich struck a deal that changed the entertainment industry forever. “Stitched Together” reveals the fascinating, untold history of how the Norwich Knitting Company partnered with a young, struggling Walt Disney to launch the world’s very first Mickey Mouse apparel. The author will share how an industrial pioneer kept his business afloat during the height of the Great Depression, bringing a pie-eyed cartoon icon straight from the silver screen into the fabric of American homes. Join us for an intriguing journey through the secret alliance that helped save a local workforce while birthing modern Disney merchandising. About the author/presenter: Christian Vischi graduated with a bachelor’s degree in English and communications from the State University of New York at Potsdam, with dual minors in jazz performance and French. Upon… View Source