As early as the 1800s, and especially during the depression, most women had to “make do” with what little they could afford and recycle what they had. During these tough times, flour and feed sacks provided an innovative and resourceful way North American women outfitted their families.

Women recycled these cotton sacks into dresses, undergarments, bed sheets curtains and more. Their
creations demonstrated the ingenuity of the North Americans during times of hardship. Feed sacks and other merchandise are displayed in the Museum’s General Store.

Please help the Herbert S. Ford Museum preserve our region’s rich history and culture.

April 23 through May 7 is Give for Good Week.

Give For Good is North Louisiana’s largest day of giving! Established in 2014 by Community Foundation of North Louisiana, Give For Good has raised over $19 million for our community. The event empowers the entire community to get involved in causes they care about while building awareness and support for hardworking local nonprofits. Give For Good provides a platform for all donors to transform our community for good!