Whittlesey History – Whittlesey Museum

18th Century, Document, Museum Highlight, On Display, Whittlesey History

Replica of Whittlesey’s Town Charter, 1714

November 24, 2016November 24, 2016 whittleseyheritage

A copy of the Charter granted by George I giving Whittlesey the right to hold a weekly market and three annual fairs. This Charter is known as Patent Roll I, George I, Part 9, No. 4: Of a grant to a Downes gentleman. It was witnessed by the King at Westminster on the 17th day… Continue reading Replica of Whittlesey’s Town Charter, 1714

On Display, Post-War, Straw Bear, Whittlesey History

Melodeon?

November 22, 2016November 22, 2016 whittleseyheritage

~~~Currently on display in the Straw Bear case~~

21st Century, On Display, Post-War, Straw Bear, Whittlesey History

Straw Bear Stick

November 22, 2016November 22, 2016 whittleseyheritage

A wooden stick decorated with ribbons and bells, as used to lead the Straw Bear.