On Exhibit: The
Downton Abbey Years: What was life like
in Granby in the early 1920’s. What “modern” conveniences were in the homes?
What were the ladies wearing? On
display- many beautiful period garments that look like they just came off the
Downton Abbey set. The Preservation barn
continues with the theme – highlighting our collection of WWI artifacts and a
US Navy uniform. A timeline comparing Granby (declared a Model Town in 1923);
United States; and world events during the 1910’s-1920’s. Quilts on display:
Crazy Quilt & Redwork Coverlet, which was featured in the Connecticut Quilt
Search Project’s book, “Quilts and Quiltmakers Covering Connecticut”. Also on
the tour The Tobacco Barn and One-Room School house.
Admission $4, (senior/member discounts)(http://www.salmonbrookhistorical.org) or
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