The Virtual Museum post for this week is a 1938 photograph of employees at the Robert Stewart & Sons thread mill. One of a number of linen-related photographs from our collection, this photo features workers in the Preparing Department.
Established in 1835 by Robert Stewart (d. 1858), Stewart’s name and trade mark was known internationally as a leader in the production of threads used in tailoring, shoe manufacturing, and leather industries. The mill was located at Market Place, where Bow Street Mall now stands, with Robert Stewart’s house next door, where Maginess & Sons, solicitors stands.
Robert Stewart & Sons, Ltd. eventually merged with the international giant, the Linen Thread Company Ltd. Do you have any memories of Robert Stewart & Sons? Get in touch and let us know.