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Among the most esteemed was the National Cordage Co., or the “cordage trust,” which controlled 90% of the U.S. rope market, then a leading industry.

Near the campsite authorities found a “lean-to” — a type of crude shelter — made with logs held together by some cordage, a sign that the group was probably trying to find refuge from the weather.

Moving through the darkened holds of a replica of Christopher Columbus’s ship, visitors on a recent afternoon marveled at the tangle of compasses, cordage and barrels.

The pendant's maker drilled a hole in the tooth to allow for some sort of now-lost cordage.

Visitors will also be able to participate in outdoor demonstrations like tule mat weaving, acorn grinding and cordage making.