Spatula Used on Henry Ford's Camping Expeditions, 1920-1930

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Artifact Overview

This spatula was used during one of the yearly camping trips taken by the Vagabonds between 1916 and 1924. The self-named group consisted of Thomas Edison, Henry Ford, Harvey Firestone, and naturalist John Burroughs. The Vagabonds brought along all needed equipment and utensils, as well as support staff to cook, serve, and maintain the camp.

Artifact Details

Artifact

Spatula (Culinary tool)

Date Made

1920-1930

Location

at Henry Ford Museum in Driving America

Object ID

00.2.56.630

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of Henry and Clara Ford.

Material

Metal
Wood (Plant material)

Dimensions

Width: 3.25 in
Length: 14.75 in

Spatula Used on Henry Ford's Camping Expeditions, 1920-1930