Wheelwrights and coopers created many of the items that colonists used every day. Wheelwrights made wheels for vehicles such as carriages, wagons, carts, and cannons. Coopers transformed thin strips of wood into items such as buckets and shipping containers. Visit these skilled tradesmen to learn more about eighteenth-century woodworking.
Other Experiences
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Secrets of the Chocolate Maker
Enjoy a demonstration of 18th-century methods of making chocolate.
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Midwinter Stories
Celebrate American Indian life and culture through stories and traditions.
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Favorite Family Pets
Join us on a family-friendly tour as we explore the galleries for animals of all shapes and sizes.
Open to the Public