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Jul 28, 2016

Of Feet and Seats

If you were to eavesdrop on some specialists discussing furniture without seeing the objects they see, you might wonder what … Continue reading Of Feet and Seats

Mar 3, 2016

Best Foot Forward

These delightful little slippers were worn by Frances Mary Eldredge of Brooklyn, Connecticut at her marriage to Dr. Daniel Lyman … Continue reading Best Foot Forward

May 4, 2015

Happy Rhode Island Independence Day! Happy Independence Day Rhode Island! Two full months before the Continental Congress in Philadelphia declared independence … Continue reading Happy R.I. Independence Day!

Sep 26, 2013

Object Thursday: Little Benjamin, or, Confess your Faults

Little eyes and little hands needed books too. The Rhode Island Historical Society holds a lovely collection of children’s books … Continue reading Object Thursday: Little Benjamin, or, Confess your Faults

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