This exquisite dollhouse, created by artist and collector Carol Dumke, is an example of a New England Colonial house. Carol studied the period and chose the dolls and pieces to furnish all the rooms.
The end result gives a sense of that home may have felt like for families of this era.
Why did she pick 1776?
“Common Sense” was published by Thomas Paine in January, advocating for independence from Great Britain. The Colonists fought intensely with the British, and it was … revolutionary.
The United States approved the Declaration of Independence from Great Britain on July 4th. Look closely. Can you find the gentleman reading the Declaration of Independence?
View this dollhouse it all its intricate detail in the nonfiction section of our stacks. You’ll find other doll houses in the stacks, and the Barn and Mouse House in the stairwell of the Children’s Library.
Want more? Read this essay about dollhouses from Director of Operations Yira Massey, as well as her review of Doll’s Houses by Halina Pasierbska.
