Parsil House: Mortar and Pestle

Object/Artifact

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Millburn-Short Hills Historical Society

Name/Title

Parsil House: Mortar and Pestle

Entry/Object ID

2026.008.001

Description

Mortar and pestles were essential kitchen items in 19th century New Jersey farmhouses. They were used to prepare medicine from herbs and also in cooking, for grinding plants and spices into powder.

Acquisition

Accession

2026.008

Acquisition Method

Purchase