Welcome to Sherbrooke Village's Collection's Corner, where our Collection Assistant, Madison Howard, unveils the hidden gems of Sherbrooke Village. In her first spotlight, discover a pair of late 19th-century Owl Andirons, unearthed behind a false wall on site. Known as FIRE DOGS, these intriguing artifacts once kept hearth fires burning brightly, their glass eyes casting an eerie glow in the firelight. Step into the stories behind the objects that connect us to Sherbrooke’s rich past.
In this episode, we take a look at a stuffed bulldog lithograph print from the late 19th century, made by the Arnold Printworks company. Patented in either 1892 or 1902, this fabric-printed and straw-…
In this episode, we take a closer look at Victorian fire Mustache Guards—Moustache cups or mugs were quite popular with the gentleman of the Victorian era. With the fashion of having styled moustaches,…
In this episode, we take a closer look at Victorian FIRE SCREENS—an essential accessory for any well-to-do lady. Worried about their complexion, women used these screens to shield their skin from the heat…