MOURNING in the 1850s
On display October 1-30, 2021
During the 1850s, Hannah and William Root shared their home with their children and extended family. Hannah Root’s father, Leonard Simpson, lived with the family and passed away on October 11, 1856. For the month of October, the rooms inside the Root House will be decorated as they would have been following Leonard’s death. Curtains will be drawn, and rooms will be adorned with black crepe and ribbons. Visitors will be able to view 19th century embalming equipment, mourning jewelry made from human hair, and other curious artifacts related to death and mourning in the Victorian era.
Daytime tours are included in the cost of regular museum admission. Plan your visit.
During the 1850s, Hannah and William Root shared their home with their children and extended family. Hannah Root’s father, Leonard Simpson, lived with the family and passed away on October 11, 1856. For the month of October, the rooms inside the Root House will be decorated as they would have been following Leonard’s death. Curtains will be drawn, and rooms will be adorned with black crepe and ribbons. Visitors will be able to view 19th century embalming equipment, mourning jewelry made from human hair, and other curious artifacts related to death and mourning in the Victorian era.
Daytime tours are included in the cost of regular museum admission. Plan your visit.
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FLASHLIGHT TOURsSaturdays in October 5:00pm-8:00pm
On select Saturday evenings in October, the Root House will offer self-guided flashlight tours (please bring your own flashlight). In order to maintain social distancing guidelines, staff will be limiting the number of guests permitted in the house at one time. Masks must be worn while inside the Root House facilities. Flashlight tours are $10 per person. SPACE IS LIMITED. No coupons or discounts may be applied. Tickets purchased in advance online will be given priority entry. More info soon! |
