Collector’s Corner Adds Interest To the Museum

Gary Corteville’s display of Ice Spearing Decoys

An interesting part of the museum displays is the Collector’s Corner.  Collecting can be fascinating, and many area residents are willing to share their fascination with the rest of us.

Newark-Arcadia Historical Society members have been sharing their collections at the Museum since late 2021. Every two months, a new display is featured in a showcase located in the main exhibit room. It has been very well received!

Christina Champion’s collection of Newark Memorabilia is currently on display through March and April. She calls it “One Stop Shopping in Newark, The Village With Everything!!” It includes Newark advertising items, and many other things from Newark’s past, dating back to the 19th Century. It is quite a comprehensive collection from a longtime collector.

Past displays have included Ice Fishing Decoys (Gary Corteville), Antique Candle Molds (Arlene Copeland), Teapots (John Zornow), Jello Memorabilia (Karen Doebler), Condensed Milk Containers (Pat Jones), Depression Glass (Jennifer Bates), and Antique Whistles, Local Bird Carvings (Chris Davis).

Kirk Palmatier is slated to display Record & Photograph items in May & June. If you might have a collection to share, give a call or email!

The Museum is open Saturdays, 1-3 p.m. (120 High St.)

Info: 315-331-6409