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I Spy: Sewing

April 15, 2020April 15, 2020 / ferryfarmandkenmore

Sewing was an important and necessary skill that all girls in the 18th century learned from a young age.  A family’s clothing, bed and table linens, and other items made of fabric were in constant need of repair. These repairs and other sewing tasks were considered women’s work. Along with practical applications, sewing skills included … Continue reading I Spy: Sewing

I Spy: Toys & Games from the 18th to the 20th Centuries

August 21, 2019August 22, 2019 / ferryfarmandkenmore

Editor's Note: The toys and games shown in this I Spy photo, which include artifacts recovered by our archaeologists, are now on display in the Visitor Center at George Washington's Ferry Farm.  On your next visit, be sure to see if you can find all the toy and game artifacts on our I Spy list!  … Continue reading I Spy: Toys & Games from the 18th to the 20th Centuries

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