Exposed Collections—2017-2020 IMLS Grant Project

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Beginning in 2017, The Henry Ford began a multi-year project to catalog, conserve, rehouse, and relocate a group of some 2,500 objects. Long-hidden stories have come to light during this process--opening up new interpretative opportunities. This project, funded through a grant from the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS), continues The Henry Ford's commitment to collection stewardship, preservation, and key institutional priorities.

Challenge Mills Cinnamon Tin, 1895-1905

Miniature Lathe, Displayed at the New York World's Fair, 1939 - 1

Horse Hat, 1890-1915

Buckeye Horse Feeds Sign, 1910-1943

"King of the Road" No. 784 Headlamp, 1902-1914

Ford V-8 Automobile Engine, 1937

Model of a 1914 Ford Model T, 1915

The Samson Battery No. 2, 1916-1935

Fly-Tox Hand Sprayer, 1940-1950

Drink Burger Beer Sign, 1940-1960

Kmart's "Bluelight Specials" Strobe Light, circa 1972

C. G. Bush Kaleidoscope, 1874-1900

Stereoscope

Selden Patent Sign, 1895-1912

Birdhouse, circa 1930

Revolving Beehive, 1869-1877

Bates Numbering Machine, 1919-1925

Mullen Paper Tester, circa 1901

Cross Section of the Washington Elm, 1924

Texaco Fire Chief Gasoline Sign, 1948

Keywords	IMLS grant conservation

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