Posted by Kim
Have you ever looked at an old item and wondered about its history? Over the next few months the Frank Phillips Home and the Nellie Johnstone Questers welcome the general public and other Questers to attend their presentations of “Tangible History”. These programs will focus on the history of household, clothing, toys, or decorative items and how they were created or used.
Questers embody the excitement of searching for that perfect treasure, the love of learning about antiques, the interest in history, the joy of working on preservation and restoration projects, and take special pride in aiding in the education of Preservationists and Conservators who will professionally care for our history, artifacts, and sites. The Purposes of this Organization are to educate by research and study of antiques and to donate funds to the preservation and restoration of artifacts, existing memorials, historic buildings, landmarks, and educational purposes.
The first “Tangible History” presentation is scheduled for Friday, April 22, 2011 from 12:10 to 1:00 p.m. and will focus on antique pincushions and buttons. Mrs. Barbara Williams is the presenter. Subsequent presentations include:
June 24, 2011 - Aunt Helen's Pressed Glass Presenter: Mary Alice Sigmon
July 22, 2011 - Antique Dolls Presenter: Martha Ray
August 26, 2011 - Courting Objects and Customs of the 1800s Presenter: Martha Ray
October 21, 2011 - "In Mourning" Customs and Objects mid 1800s Presenter: Martha Ray
