Lecture - The Comforts of Home, 19th Century Household Technology

Living History in Northern New Jersey
Lecture - The Comforts of Home, 19th Century Household Technology
HoHoKus, New Jersey
7:30 pm on Thursday, April 8, 2004

The Hermitage
335 North Franklin Turnpike
HoHoKus, New Jersey

Lecture: The Comforts of Home: 19th Century Household Technology. Merritt Ierley will discuss the changes in heating, lighting, water, use of space, and furnishings in American homes through the 19th century. Mr. Ierley is a social historian and author of eight books. His latest book is Wondrous Contrivances: Technology at the Threshold. There will be an opportunity for book signing. Funding for the lecture series has been provided by the Ridgewood News and Town Journal. $5, $4 for members, $2 for students. Reservations Requested: (201) 445-8311.
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