How Music and History Preserve the Last Washboard Factory
We bring home more than just memories and souvenirs from our travels. We often return with dirty clothes that reflect our adventures and experiences. In developed countries, we may throw our soiled garments into a washing machine, taking for granted a modern convenience that has transformed the laborious task of laundry into a simple chore. However, long before the advent of automatic washing machines, the humble washboard was the essential tool for cleansing fabrics.