Joshua Ackley, circa 1850, a Builder of Ackley Covered Bridge
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Artifact Overview
In addition to lending some charm, covering a bridge protects its wooden truss work from weather, extending the structure's service life. Joshua Ackley and Daniel Clouse built the Ackley Covered Bridge in 1832, across Wheeling Creek in southwestern Pennsylvania. Henry Ford acquired the bridge in 1937, when it was scheduled to be torn down, and moved it to Greenfield Village.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Photographic print
Date Made
28 June 1938
Subject Date
circa 1850
Creator Notes
The original photographer is unidentified. This copy print was made by Ford Motor Company in 1938.
Collection Title
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
P.188.23485
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of Ford Motor Company.
Material
Paper (Fiber product)
Linen (Material)
Technique
Gelatin silver process
Color
Black-and-white (Colors)
Dimensions
Height: 10.00 in
Width: 8.00 in
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