Probably England, late 19th century or early 20th century. Mahogany; 17" h. x 19 ¼" w. x 15 ⅜" d. < Back Stool Second Floor - SE Bedroom Furniture and Hard Furnishings Probably England, late 19th century or early 20th century. Mahogany; 17" h. x 19 ¼" w. x 15 ⅜" d. The rectangular stool stands on Marlborough legs with outside beads and inside chamfers, joined by H-stretchers; medial stretcher is dovetailed into side stretchers. Slip seat upholstered in 20th century floral needlework (not removed), thus preventing full examination of slip seat. Previous Next

Oil on canvas; 24 ¾” h. x 20 ¾” w. (sight size); circa 1854 < Back American School Portrait, Bertha Jemima Mather (1844-1899) First Floor - Parlor Fine Art Oil on canvas; 24 ¾” h. x 20 ¾” w. (sight size); circa 1854 Bertha Jemima (Walker) Mather as a girl of about 10 years old; with long brown ringlets, in a white lace gown, holding a bouquet of roses; in the left rear ground, a man on horseback and a sailboat. By family history, the portrait was cut down from a much larger work of Bertha with her four sisters. Good condition in spite of old relining; letter dated, February 19, 1965, from Margaret Watherston, NY, NY, (verso) describes cleaning and relining process. Previous Next

Copper Center, AK < Back Wrangell-St. Elias Copper Center, AK 1980 Established: Size: 13,175,799 acres Visitors: 79,450 in 2018 Summary Wildlife Sounds of the Park Things to Do When to Visit Ties to Stephen Mather Fun Fact Previous Next

England, 1875-1925. Mahogany; 36 ¾" h. x 24" w. x 26" d. < Back Open Armchair Second Floor - SE Bedroom Furniture and Hard Furnishings England, 1875-1925. Mahogany; 36 ¾" h. x 24" w. x 26" d. Upholstered in pale green; the back with slight bow; short upholstered arms, the swept arm supports join seat above Marlborough legs; H-stretchers. Note: Upholstery was not removed to examine the frame. Previous Next

Including: Five plates, 7 ¼” d. Six (each) coffee cups and saucers, 5 ¾” d. (saucers). 6 cup plates, 4 ½” d. Teapot, 8” h. Creamer, 6 ¼” h. Lidded sugar bowl, 7 /4” h. Bowl, 6 ½” d. Circa 1845-1865. < Back White Porcelain “Old Wedding Ring” Tea Service First Floor - Dining Room Ceramics and Glass and Objects of Vertu Including: Five plates, 7 ¼” d. Six (each) coffee cups and saucers, 5 ¾” d. (saucers). 6 cup plates, 4 ½” d. Teapot, 8” h. Creamer, 6 ¼” h. Lidded sugar bowl, 7 /4” h. Bowl, 6 ½” d. Circa 1845-1865. White porcelain with gold trim around rims, handles, and finials; unmarked, French manufacture; 27 pieces total; condition is good. Previous Next

Large octagonal platter, 13” l. x 9 ¾” w. Two octagonal plates, 8 ½” d. < Back Three Matching Pieces Chinese Export Porcelain with Painted Enamels First Floor - Parlor Ceramics and Glass and Objects of Vertu Large octagonal platter, 13” l. x 9 ¾” w. Two octagonal plates, 8 ½” d. Each with ‘orange peel’ crème ground with painted enamels on flowered rim, and encircling central prancing deer encircled by flowers; circa 1780-1795. Condition overall is good with two rim chips on one plate. Unmarked. Previous Next

England; last quarter 18th century. Mahogany, oak; 28 ⅜” h. x 29 ½” w. x 17 ¾” d. < Back Small Chippendale Dressing Table Second Floor - Guest Room Furniture and Hard Furnishings England; last quarter 18th century. Mahogany, oak; 28 ⅜” h. x 29 ½” w. x 17 ¾” d. A molded edge two-board top over small center drawer flanked by two small deep side drawers (6” sq.), brass bail pulls, a shaped skirt, tapered square legs. Condition is good. Previous Next

Cherry; 1790-1810. New England; 28” h. x 16” w. x 15 ¼” d. < Back Square-Top Candlestand Second Floor - W Bedroom (Ted's Dressing Room) Furniture and Hard Furnishings Cherry; 1790-1810. New England; 28” h. x 16” w. x 15 ¼” d. Square top over a ring-and-vase turned pedestal over plain (or snake) feet. Condition is good with old refinishing leaving a honeyed color. Previous Next

Hawaii County, HI < Back Hawaii Volcanoes Hawaii County, HI 1916 Established: Size: 344,812 acres Visitors: 1,620,294 in 2023 Summary Wildlife Sounds of the Park Things to Do When to Visit Ties to Stephen Mather Fun Fact Previous Next

Probably England, 1750-1780. Walnut, pine, mirrored glass. 15 ½" h. x 9 ½" w. < Back Looking Glass Second Floor - Entrance Hall Other Decorative Arts Probably England, 1750-1780. Walnut, pine, mirrored glass. 15 ½" h. x 9 ½" w. The small rectangular looking glass has a walnut-veneered scalloped crest, straight bottom, and cross-banded ogee molding surrounding the glass. Previous Next

5 mi N of Jackson, WY < Back Grand Teton 5 mi N of Jackson, WY 1929 Established: Size: 310,000 acres Visitors: 2,806,223 in 2022 Summary Grand Teton National Park, nestled in northwestern Wyoming, is renowned for its stunning mountain scenery, pristine lakes, and abundant wildlife. The park's centerpiece, the Teton Range, boasts jagged peaks that rise dramatically from the valley floor, providing a breathtaking backdrop for outdoor adventures. Visitors can explore a network of hiking trails that wind through alpine meadows, dense forests, and rugged canyons, offering unparalleled opportunities for wildlife viewing and photography. Grand Teton is home to diverse wildlife, including iconic species such as bison, elk, moose, and grizzly bears. The park's picturesque lakes, including Jackson Lake and Jenny Lake, offer opportunities for boating, fishing, and kayaking amidst stunning mountain vistas. With its awe-inspiring natural beauty and abundant recreational opportunities, Grand Teton National Park is a must-visit destination for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts alike. Wildlife Grizzly bear Sage grouse Moose Garter snake Grand Teton National Park is not only celebrated for its breathtaking mountain scenery but also for its rich and diverse wildlife. The park's varied habitats, ranging from alpine meadows to dense forests and sparkling lakes, provide sanctuary for a wide array of animals. Visitors may encounter iconic species such as bison, elk, moose, and grizzly bears, as well as smaller mammals like coyotes, foxes, and marmots. Birdwatchers will delight in spotting bald eagles, ospreys, and a variety of waterfowl along the park's lakes and rivers. With its abundant wildlife and stunning natural beauty, Grand Teton National Park offers a captivating glimpse into the wonders of the American wilderness. Sounds of the Park Things to Do Visitors at Grand Teton National Park can hike, climb, boat, fish, or go on scenic drives. In the winter, activities include snowshoeing, snowmobiling, and cross-country skiing. Kayaking Snowmobiling Fishing When to Visit Like nearby Yellowstone, Grand Teton National Park has a continental climate with warm to hot summers and cold, snowy winters. Precipitation, especially rain, is low year round. Though the warm, dry summers are a pleasant time to visit, crowds peak at this time. Therefore, the best time to visit would be either the late spring (May) or early fall (September). Ties to Stephen Mather Grand Teton National Park has a Stephen Mather plaque at the Craig Thomas Discovery and Visitor Center. The national park was established in February 1929, one month after Mather left office. Fun Fact The Teton Range is the youngest mountain range in the Rockies, having only formed 7 to 9 million years ago. Previous Next

New England, late 18th century. White pine; 16 ¼" h. x 44 ¼" w. x 15 ½" d. < Back Blanket Chest Second Floor - SE Bedroom Furniture and Hard Furnishings New England, late 18th century. White pine; 16 ¼" h. x 44 ¼" w. x 15 ½" d. The six-board blanket chest has dovetailed corners, a base molding, and iron strap hinges attaching to top with cleats at each end. Interior with a lidless till on right side. The iron handles are 20th c. replacements, as is the lock. Chest has been stripped of its original paint and refinished with a clear coating inside and out. Previous Next