Today we might take books for granted, but in colonial America only the rich could afford a large library. Binding books—especially fancy ones—was a specialized and time-consuming craft. Visit the bindery to glimpse the fascinating world of creating fine books.
DIY-ers & Makers Itinerary
See the time before power tools and meet our world-class artisans in the Historic Trades. Must see for DIY and makers of all ages!
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Tin Plate Worker
See the tin plate workers snip, shape, and bend tin plate into kettles, cups, and other items.
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Milliner & Mantua-Maker
Stop by the milliner for the latest 18th-century fashions.
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Cooper & Wheelwright
Watch as wheelwrights construct and repair historical vehicles and coopers create everyday items like buckets.
Historic Trades
Discover craftsmanship in more than 20 trades, where modern-day practitioners use 18th-century tools and techniques to apprentice in — and eventually master — blacksmithing, woodworking or gunsmithing, just to name a few.
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