When Artichoke Was King
In transcribing William Leister’s diaries from the early twentieth century, little details occasionally pop out at the reader and we ask ourselves, “What’s the story behind this?” For us, that occurred when we began transcribing Mr. Leister’s diaries beginning in 1923...
Dendrochronology: How Old is It?
When looking at an old building, it can be difficult to determine the age of a building. The building’s construction materials and decorative elements like trim, mouldings, and windows can provide a date range of of when it was built. Some buildings like stone farm...
Meet William Leister, Local Farmer and Diarist
In 2018, Brian Hagey, the author of Paper, Quill and Ink: The Diaries of George Lukens, Towamencin Township Quaker, Farmer, Schoolmaster, Abolitionist; with A History of Towamencin Township, donated family diaries of local resident...
Strange Colonial Cures
This blog post is an adaptation of the presentation for the Morgan Log House’s History Happy Hour on Friday, July 12, titled “Weird Cures and What They Do.” Our History Happy Hours are tied in with our temporary exhibit, “Leeches, Purging, and Magic: the Care and...
We Love Our Volunteers!
The Morgan Log House has had strong volunteer support since the 1970s when it was saved from suburban development. Township officials and local leaders and residents raised funds and awareness of the historic house to allow for its 1973-1976 restoration. The house...
5 Reasons to Visit the Morgan Log House Before the End of the Year
Maybe we’re a little biased, but we think that the Morgan Log House is a local historic gem just waiting to be discovered! Need convincing on making a visit? Here are just a couple of reasons why: 1.) A Hidden Gem with Unheard Stories We all know the big stories of...