My recent trip to Heritage Farm Museum near Huntington, West Virginia resulted in a number of pictures. I thought you might like to see a few more shots.

For example, this display of seed packets gave me pause. Each one is a delightful little piece of artwork. I have since learned that you can actually still buy Hart’s Seeds. They’ve been around since 1892. You can read their history and shop at their website. They are owned by fifth and sixth generation members of the Hart family, a remarkable accomplishment in today’s society.

While I don’t know a gosh darn thing about mechanics, I’m always fascinated by machinery, especially gears and wheels and things. Such technical language, I know.

I also am always distracted by hood ornaments. We really need to bring back the hood ornament. I mean, really, modern cars are so dull and this is just fun!

The general store was packed full of goodies including these advertising tins.

This Red Rock Cola sign was one of a few old metal signs on the front porch of the general store. Red Rock was founded in 1885 and was once so significant they got Babe Ruth to endorse it. Yes! The Bambino himself drank Red Rock. Sadly, the brand began to decline in the late fifties and eventually disappeared altogether. Luckily, an Indiana Company owns the formulas and is again distributing Red Rock drinks in 12 ounce glass bottles.

This place has several air conditioned museums. One had this fantastic display representing a fifties era soda fountain. There were a couple of pinball machines displayed including this western themed game from 1949. I really enjoy commercial art of this era and couldn’t help but wonder how amazing this would look in action.

Finally, I liked this cherub who was perched on a rafter high above me in the blacksmith’s shop. They do hot, dangerous work in there and I hope he looks out for all the volunteers and workers.

If you want to know more about my Heritage Farm Museum visit, click here to read all about it.