Cord From Micronesia
The cord was made from tree bark by indigenous peoples of Micronesia. For more information on the Micronesia islands and its active indigenous cultures, please visit this link. Native Americans in New England and most of the East Coast also utilized tree bark, when available, for practical purposes like canoes, specifically birch bark.
The highlighted object was from Westford’s J.V. Fletcher Library. Prior to the museum opening to the public in 1983, the library functioned as the de facto repository of artifacts, creating an eclectic collection of items from Westford citizens. These items were considered the original core of the museum’s collection.
Cord
6″ coil
Tree bark, black thread
Undated
W.1983.31.78