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Put A Lid On it: Mason Jars and Home Canning in America

April 20, 2022May 3, 2022 / ferryfarmandkenmore

As a Historic Preservation major at the University of Mary Washington, I spend a lot of time studying objects from the past. Through my courses, I have learned that common, everyday objects are often able to reflect the values of the people that created and used them. I kept this in mind during my internship … Continue reading Put A Lid On it: Mason Jars and Home Canning in America

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