Material Culture Exhibits

About the Items


Many of the following items have been passed down my family for over a century. Others were purchased from antique stores throughout Virginia. The main era of significance for this collection ranges from the the 1880’s to the 1950’s. (Exhibits in progress)

Sometimes it is useful for research to compare and contrast similar historic objects to provide a more inclusive overview of the past.

Tobacco Pipes

Farming Tools

Textiles & Clothing

Household Items

Historic American Coins

Historic Books