The Wright Museum of World War II
I loved this museum, there was so much to see and it was beautifully and thoughtfully laid out! Last year, we visited it during the Smithsonian Free Museum day, and went back, last night, to listen to a lecture on the Victory Garden.
What began as a mobile museum, to show case David Wright’s collection of restored vehicles, has become one of the most outstanding museums I have ever visited. The collection is extensive, covering every area of the war, from the “home front to the battle field”. Also, the museum displays many items unique to the area, like a truck on skis.
A 1924 Model T Roadster – Snowmobile, used by the U.S. Postal Service, it has a factory installed White Snowmobile conversion kit, and is one of the few remaining examples, which has not been restored.
I found the staff to be well informed and helpful, and would highly recommend you spending an afternoon, at the museum, should you find yourself in Wolfeboro, New Hampshire. This is a museum which will enlighten and entertain, both children and adults.
I particularly loved all of the toys!
From the Wolfeboro Falls Post Office, this wonderful piece is used to display cards and stationary used during World War II – the V for victory is prominently featured throughout the museum.
One of my favorite features, in the museum, is its use of music, which most assuredly put you “in the mood”, as you walk through the Time Tunnel, going through chronological exhibits, the music seamlessly changes to reflect the year, you are exploring.
A Malt Shop!
Is he not the sweetest?
Tanks, Trucks, and Motorcycles!
Look at all of the cameras – including baby Brownies, from Eastman Kodak!
I actually own a handkerchief just like this one – I could not believe it when I found it, at a Habitat for Humanity Re-store, and purchased it for a dollar, then I saw its sister in a museum.
