Posts about the Wicoff House Museum Collections.
Saving Every Last Piece with the Soap Saver
When cataloguing our collection of kitchen items, I came across an object that I had never seen before. It looked like a
The Iconic Hand Fan
Hand fans have been around for thousands of years, originating in Egypt, India, and China, and later making their way over to
All About Wicoff House’s Most Famous Resident, John Lithgow
What do Lord Farquaad and the Wicoff House Museum have in common? They both have connections to American actor John Lithgow! John
Planting Through the Ages
When we think of summer in Plainsboro today, we might picture backyard barbecues, local farmers’ markets, or planting a few tomatoes in
Plainsboro Through the Lens
They say a picture is worth a thousand words—but in the museum world, it’s worth a thousand stories. Photographs are one of
Behind the Scenes: What It Takes to Borrow an Artifact from the State Museum
This month, the Wicoff House Museum is proud to host a one-month loan of Lenape artifacts from the New Jersey State Museum;
Indigenous History Month at the Wicoff House Museum
Each June, we take time to recognize and honor the rich histories, cultures, and contributions of Indigenous peoples during Indigenous History Month.
Surviving Winters in Old Plainsboro: How Early Residents Conquered the Cold
Winter in old Plainsboro was no small challenge. Long before modern conveniences, residents relied on ingenuity and determination to get through the
From Snow Boots to Sandals: How to Winter Like a Wicoff
In 1956, Marjorie Wicoff decided that Christmas didn’t need snow—just sunshine! While everyone else was battling the cold, she headed to West
War of the Words: How Orson Welles Changed Plainsboro with a Radio Broadcast
On October 30, 1938, Orson Welles’ radio adaptation of War of the Worlds caused nationwide panic, especially in New Jersey. The broadcast,
