Museum Objects Monthly Archives: March 2008
Shot Tower Lead-Melting Bowl
Lead-melting bowl used at the Wisconsin Shot Company Shot Tower, Helena, Wisconsin, c. 1833. (Museum object #1992.12) Prior to the nineteenth century, producing lead shot for muskets was not only a time-consuming process, the final product was often pock-marked or...
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Posted March 27, 2008
Jose Canseco Baseball Card
Baseball card featuring Jose Canseco of the Madison Muskies, published by Larry Fritsch Cards, Inc. of Stevens Point, Wisconsin, 1983. (Museum object #1984.156.13) Well before achieving fame for his power hitting and use of anabolic steroids, Jose Canseco played for...
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Posted March 20, 2008
Beaver Top Hat
Top hat made from beaver felt and worn by Green Bay resident Morgan L. Martin, c. 1825. (Museum object #1968.644) In 1826, Morgan L. Martin, a lawyer by training, left his home in Martinsburg, New York for Detroit, Michigan, which,...
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Posted March 13, 2008
"Space Age" Brassiere
Strapless bra worn by Clara Kuester of Clintonville, Wisconsin and made by Jantzen, Inc. in the early 1950s. (Museum object #2000.74.28) Whether focusing on style or focusing on support, the brassiere has undergone many dramatic transformations since its first use...
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Posted March 6, 2008
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