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History of Woolrich
1830
1830


John Rich builds first woolen mill in Plum Run, Pennsylvania.
1850


Woolrich introduce the Buffalo Check shirt.
1861-1865


Woolrich provides the Union Army with Blankets & Uniforms during the American Civil War. Woolrich will remain a supplier to the US Armed Forces for over 150 years.
1880-1885


Woolrich begins to make clothing for recreation and leisure.
1901


Fire strikes the Woolrich mill.
1925


The Birth Of The Pennsylvania Tuxedo.
1939-1940


Woolrich outfits Admiral Richard E. Byrd's Antarctic Service Expedition to establish two permanent US bases in the Antarctic.
1972-1977


The Arctic Parka is born and later is used as cold-weather gear for workers constructing the Alaska Oil Pipeline from 1975-77.
1979


Woolrich introduces the Mountain Jacket, which proves itself to be perfect assets for such new outdoor interest as backpacking and mountaineering.
1989


Starting with Italy, Woolrich expands to Europe to become a global brand.
2005


Woolrich celebrates its 175th anniversary. Flagship stores open in Milan, Tokyo and NYC.
2023


Woolrich appoints Todd Snyder as Creative Director of Woolrich Black Label, debuting his first iconic collection in FW24.







