The only remaining business are two taverns, the grain elevator, and a new post office. Vocabulary Students should become familiar with these vocabulary words before visiting the Matthew Edel Blacksmith Shop. Before your visit plan some classroom time to try one or more of the following activities. Talk about museums and collections. Explain that a collection is a group of items assembled in a logical order and gathered because they have some kind of significance.
Museums have collections that are studied and exhibited to the public.
The collections are used to interpret the past, present, and sometimes the future. An artifact can tell us much about the people, the time, and the region from which it came. It reveals what materials it is made from, when and where it was made, and how it was used. Sometimes its color and style tell us about popular trends. Make a list of these places and the persons, places, or events they represent.