Technology in Gilded Age Homes
Patrick Sheary, curator of furnishings at the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) Museum, talked about technology in Gilded Age homes… read more
Patrick Sheary, curator of furnishings at the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) Museum, talked about technology in Gilded Age homes, including electric lighting, telephones, and kitchen and laundry equipment. He said wealthy families sought to incorporate the latest innovations into their European revival homes, and that the period witnessed not only innovations in building materials and plumbing but also saw the advent of electricity, air conditioning, phones, and elevators. close
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