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A bedroom in the Willard Wheeler home at 228 South First Street. Wallpaper used in a bedroom during the nineteenth century usually meant that it was the master bedroom.

An Arts and Crafts style interior. The Arts and Crafts style was popular from 1880 -1920, focusing on craftsmanship and the natural beauty of materials. It featured rooms and furnishings designed for efficient and simple living. The home floor plan…

George Johnson on his Confirmation Day. The sitting room in in the house the Johnson family rented at 1412 Parmele Street. The furniture is draped at the head and arms with decorative fabric called antimacassar. The purpose was to prevent the soiling…

An unidentified dining room. Decorations cover every surface including the ceiling, walls and windows. Seated around the table is a gathering of sisters and sister-in-laws of the Andrew family. Left to right are Jane Andrew (Mrs. John Picken), Janet…

The home of Alexander and Venetia R. Walker at 410 South Third Street. Possibly a sitting room. Blanche Walker and H. Stanton Burpee were married in front of the windows on June 9, 1897.

A main room of an unidentified home where the family could relax. Mementoes are displayed throughout the room indicating that this is public space where visitors would be welcome. Light is provided by the fireplace and the table lamp.

A parlor with a piano in an unidentified home. A piano provided entertainment for visitors and was a focal point in the room. Portraits are displayed on piano and on floor.