Honoring Our Past. Investing in Our Future.

We are proud to share an exciting new chapter in the history of Frank Clegg Leatherworks.

After calling the historic Barnard Mill in Fall River, Massachusetts, home for the past decade, our family is thrilled to announce that in October 2026, we officially acquired the 200,000-square-foot property.

This milestone represents much more than the purchase of a building. It is an investment in our future, our craftspeople, and our continued commitment to American manufacturing.

A Building Rich in American History

More than a century ago, the granite walls of the Barnard Mill housed over 80,000 spindles and hundreds of hardworking men and women producing textiles in a city that was once at the heart of American manufacturing.

Today, we are fortunate to carry on a small part of that tradition, handcrafting our leather goods within those very same walls.

There is something special about continuing to make products in a building that has been part of American manufacturing for generations. We take great pride in preserving that legacy while creating something of our own.

A Permanent Home for Generations to Come

When Frank founded the company in 1970, his vision was simple: create exceptional leather goods with uncompromising quality and craftsmanship, right here in America.

More than 55 years later, those values remain at the heart of everything we do.

Acquiring the Barnard Mill provides our family with a permanent home and the opportunity to continue investing in our people, our craft, and the future of Frank Clegg Leatherworks.

As we look ahead, our goal remains unchanged: to create leather goods that stand the test of time, made by skilled craftspeople who take pride in every detail.

Made Possible by You

None of this would have been possible without the incredible support we've received over the years.

To our dedicated craftspeople, loyal customers, friends, and everyone who has supported our family and our brand, thank you.

Your continued trust in our work has allowed us to grow while remaining true to the principles on which this company was founded.

We are incredibly proud to call Fall River home and grateful for the opportunity to play a part in preserving the manufacturing heritage of the Barnard Mill and the city around it.

This is an exciting new chapter for our family, and we look forward to what the future holds.

Made in Fall River, Massachusetts. Since 1970.

The Clegg Family
Frank Clegg Leatherworks