Name/Title
Ice Harvesting Pike PoleEntry/Object ID
2024.22.55Description
Dual-pointed metal tool with long wooden handle for handling ice..Context
Prior to the wide-spread availability of refrigeration, ice harvested from frozen lakes, ponds and rivers was used to keep perishable goods like foods cool. This tool may have been used by Morgan Ice Company workers.Collection
Objects: historical artifacts, 1870 Fruit growing, farming, agricultureCataloged By
Winthers, SallyAcquisition
Accession
2024.22Acquisition Method
Found in CollectionLocation
Building
Garage, History CenterRelationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Morgan Ice CompanyCreate Date
June 1, 2024Update Date
August 28, 2024
