The PENDLETON® legend began at the turn of the 20th century, when a woolen mill in Pendleton, Oregon began producing beautiful wool blankets in vivid colors and authentic designs for the neighboring Umatilla and Cauyse tribes.

The poularity of these blankets quickly spread to other tribes, as well as the settlers in the region. Tourists from the East were also enamored with the striking designs and bought them as souvenirs to take back home. The superb quality and wool's exceptional warmth soon made these blankets especially poular for a wide range of outdoor activities, and earned PENDLETON® a reputation for the finest craftmanship, which continues to be a hallmark of PENDLETON® products.

Over one hundred years latter, PENDLETON® continues to serve its original customers - the American Indians - with a wide selection of blankets inspired by authentic designs and colors.

On the following pages, as represented by Mill Creek Trading Company®, we attempt to portray this evolution to the present, by showing a selection of PENDLETON® blankets, shawls, pillows, handbags and accessories.