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Department of State : Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs


Welcome to the Museum of Small Town Life


Image of an 1897 Pearl printing press

The Museum of Small Town Life highlights the social life, commercial industry, and consumer goods available in late 19th century Delaware small towns. The museum is currently featuring the exhibit, "Sealed in Glass, Stone, and Tin," which showcases a wide array of 19th-20th century Delaware-made and -used containers including medicine bottles, stoneware jars and jugs, and products from Delaware's canning industry. Additional exhibits depict a variety of small town businesses and services including a general store, print shop, pharmacy, and post office.

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Last Updated: Tuesday, 27-May-2008 15:57:22 EDT
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