American Textile Hall of Fame

The American Textile Hall of Fame, established in 2001, honors leaders in the textile field who have contributed to advancing the art, science or history of textiles in America. Bestowed annually, an independent Board of Governors appointed by the American Textile History Museum's Board of Trustees, nominates individuals, companies or historical figures to be inducted into the Hall of Fame.

Each inductee is honored at a fall event, and their induction is commemorated at the American Textile History Museum in a special gallery space devoted to the Hall of Fame. The Hall of Fame Honorees have become a part of the industry's history and legacy, as told by the ATHM through its comprehensive exhibitions, programs and events.

  • The 2009 American Textile Hall of Fame luncheon and induction ceremony was held on Monday, September 21, 2009. Click here to find out more.

  • The American Textile Hall of Fame Induction of Class of 2008 Lunch and Induction Ceremony was held on Monday, September 8, 2008. Click here to find out more.

  • The American Textile Hall of Fame Induction of Class of 2005 Lunch and Induction Ceremony was held on Monday, September 12, 2005. Click here to find out more.

  • The American Textile Hall of Fame Induction of Class of 2004 Lunch and Induction Ceremony was held on Monday, September 13, 2004. Click here to find out more.

  • The American Textile Hall of Fame Induction of Class of 2003 Lunch and Induction Ceremony was held on Monday, September 8, 2003. Click here to find out more.

  • The 2002 Hall of Fame Induction Luncheon was held on Monday, September 9, 2002. Click here to see the Honorees and to find out more.

  • The American Textile Hall of Fame inducted its inaugural class of threse honorees on September 10, 2001. The Class of 2001 consisted of Roger Milliken, Samuel Slater and Duke Energy. Click here for a biography of past honorees.

To suggest an individual, organization or business as a potential candidate induction into the American Textile Hall of Fame send a letter to President and CEO James S. Coleman at the American Textile History Museum, 491 Dutton Street, Lowell, MA 01854.

The 2009 American Textile Hall of Fame luncheon and induction ceremony was held on Monday, September 21, 2009. Click here to find out more.