Child’s Bedroom

Rope Bed - This piece is from White County, Georgia, circa mid-1800s.  It uses a straw mattress.  A rope bed key is used to tighten the ropes, hence the term, “Sleep tight.”  The item is on permanent loan from John Christopher.

Cradle – This piece is from the early 1800s and is a gift of Carolyn Robison.

Spinning Wheel – This mid-1800s piece is from Gwinnett County and is a gift of Robert Tedder.

Sampler Quilt & Frame - This is on loan from Susan R. Frazier.

Weasel or Clock Reel - On loan from Jean Todd.  Early1800s.

• Portraits of Jacob Marquis Ambrose & Mary Jane Cain Puckett Ambrose