History at the Old Stone Fort - Moccasin & Rolling Pin

Seneca Moccasin

The Seneca Nation were the westernmost nation of the Haudenosaunee Confederacy, also known as the Six Nations. The Haudenosaunee Confederacy formed a sophisticated system of governance long before the founding of the United States, and the Seneca were the largest nation within the confederacy. Information on the Seneca was obtained from the Seneca Nation of Indians official website. These photos were sent to us by the Old Stone Fort’s Clay Edmunds.

Donated by Robert Mahar.

To learn more about the Six Nations of the Haudenosaunee Confederacy, join us on Saturday, March 14 at 2 PM in the Badgley Annex for a lecture with Mike Tarbell.

Wooden Rolling Pin

Rolling pins have been used since ancient times to flatten dough for baking. Early examples made of wood or stone date back to Ancient Egypt and Ancient Rome. Bakers used them to create an even thickness in dough for foods such as bread and pies. Rolling pins were eventually made with handles and their surfaces were polished, making them smoother and

easier to use.

To see baking in action, join us at the Old Stone Fort on March 14 from 3:30-5 PM for pie baking in the Beehive Oven!