EARLY SETTLERS HOUSE

This house was built using what is known as the "post and beam" type of architecture. It is characterized by wooden supports being cut to precisely fit with other wooden supports. Once in place, these interlocking beams are then linked with a wooden peg. Relatively few nails are used in this style, which was important because settlers did not have easy access to nails. The wooden floor, paned windows, and separate sleeping area upstairs, are improvements from the living conditions found in a log cabin. Much of the household's time was spent making or repairing clothing, and sewing and textile production were major activities for females, young and older.