Dollhouses and Miniatures: Documentation of the Past
05/09/2017 at 06:00 PM
Location: Harrington Public Library
Address: 110 E Center St
Harrington, DE 19952
Dollhouses and Miniatures: Documentation of the Past
Tuesday, May 9th @ 6:00 pm—Presented by Ms. Wanda Morris Simons as sponsored by the Delaware Humanities Forum. For centuries, everyday items made small have enchanted adults and children alike. Dollhouses and miniatures have been affected by, and are reflective of, history–especially religion, immigration, wars, and the economy–as well as architecture and design. This slide lecture traces the social history and customs involving miniatures ranging from religious objects to careful replicas of architecture and furnishings, from children’s toys to today’s impressive adult collections. The talk is accompanied by a display of contemporary miniature settings.