A potter may be making earthenware pitchers, three handled cups, cooking pots and other items for everyday household use within the living history exhibits. Nearby, a basket maker could be workin with willow imported from England to create a wide variety of baskets. After watching the artisans create these beautiful objects, visitors can walk into the adjacent museum shop and purchase these same items, or place a custom order for a basket or piece of furniture. Books on subjects ranging from handicrafts to horticulture, are available with information about period goods and how to make them. In addition, the shop carries handcrafted objects made elsewhere, such as herbal salves or teas, handmade soaps, delft chargers and pewter porringers.
Prices here span a broad range starting at under a dollar for a redware marble.