International Ladies Garment Workers' Union

Education Department
275 Seventh Avenue, 4th Fl
New York, NY 10001
(212) 229-9221

Groups Only

Originally set up to give fashion oriented students an opportunity to visit and become acquainted with the structure and function of an American Trade Union which is connected with the Women's Apparel Industry, this interesting and educational Program is offered to all Adult Groups, college level and above.

The activity includes a Filmstrip, a Question and Answer Period, and a Tour of an apparel industry production facility. Examples of these facilities would include a fabric cutting factory, a design studio, etc. Obviously this tour is a unique opportunity for those thinking about making a career in this industry.

Tours last approximately three hours and can accommodate a maximum of 20 people.

Hours: Program begins at 9:45am, Monday thru Thursday, and is available September thru May. Call for further details.

Admission: FREE.

Reservations: At least 4 weeks in advance. Requests to participate must be made in writing.

Lunch: Local restaurants and fast food.

Handicapped: Limited. Depends on what facility will be toured. Call for details.

Directions: Located at Broadway at 55th St.

Time: 15 - 20 minutes south of the George Washington Bridge.

Nearby: NBC Studio , Museum of Modern Art , Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts , Metropolitan Opera , Museum of American Folk Art .