Exhibits held in
Huntington's History & Decorative Arts Museum
located in the Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Building, 228 Main Street, Huntington
Open Tuesday through Friday from 12PM to 4PM
Huntington's History & Decorative Arts Museum
located in the Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Building, 228 Main Street, Huntington
Open Tuesday through Friday from 12PM to 4PM
Current Exhibits
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Chasing Whitman: Huntington's Prodigal Son
In honor of the 200th anniversary of Walt Whitman's birth, this exhibit explores Whitman's legacy in Huntington. 
Exhibit Catalogue
For Sale $10 |
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Past Exhibits
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Comfort and Joy Saturday, November 16 – Tuesday, December 31 This beautiful memorial exhibit honors longtime Huntington Historical Society quilter and instructor, Joan Orr. Quilts collected and made by Joan will be on display. |
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Poetry in Thread
“Poetry in Thread” celebrates one of our most delicate and beautiful textiles. This exhibit was shown throughout the Dr. Daniel Kissam House and introduced visitors to the history and technique of lace making from the 17th century to present day. Nearly 50 examples of beautiful hand and machine-made lace were on display, including several fine pieces from a collection of Kissam family lace, which were recently acquired from the descendants of Dr. Kissam.
“Poetry in Thread” celebrates one of our most delicate and beautiful textiles. This exhibit was shown throughout the Dr. Daniel Kissam House and introduced visitors to the history and technique of lace making from the 17th century to present day. Nearly 50 examples of beautiful hand and machine-made lace were on display, including several fine pieces from a collection of Kissam family lace, which were recently acquired from the descendants of Dr. Kissam.
"The Civil War Comes Home"
This exhibit highlighted Civil War-era items in the Society's collection and was held in celebration of the 150th anniversary of the end of the Civil War. Held in the Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Building, artifacts on display included a 150-year-old flag with its 35 stars that once flew over Fulton Street, period clothing, and the 19th century diary of Huntington woman Amelia Brush.
This exhibit highlighted Civil War-era items in the Society's collection and was held in celebration of the 150th anniversary of the end of the Civil War. Held in the Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Building, artifacts on display included a 150-year-old flag with its 35 stars that once flew over Fulton Street, period clothing, and the 19th century diary of Huntington woman Amelia Brush.
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“Wedding Days & Wedding Nights”
The Exhibit “Wedding Days & Wedding Nights” provides a view of wedding attire from the late 1800’s through the 1950’s. In addition to the gowns and nightwear of the brides, clothing for the men worn during the ceremonies, photos of couples, brides and wedding parties from the period were on display in the Dr. Daniel Kissam House. |
