The trunk presented is designed for educational purposes, for the young and the old. It focuses on the differences as well as the similiarities of the past and the present. It allows for the comparison of items used for similar purposes today. The current trunk is for a glimpse into the progressive era. This time period spanned from the 1890s to the 1920s. The significance of this time was due to widespread social activism and political reform across the United States.

Look through the life and roles of a factory worker of the time, play marbles, dress up in historic clothes, and more. Click the photos to the side for more information.