April 9
The stables were located on the lower level--either directly under the living quarters or at the end of the house. This ensured warmth throughout the upper level of the building. | |
Another bed room. Beds were relatively small and the ceilings low. People during this time were not very tall. In addition, lower ceilings required less heat. | |
A Wardrobe and bench in a dining room. | |
Here are the smoked sausages and pork hams and bacons hanging from the kitchen ceiling to be smoked. | |
Everything needed for glass production. Even the Allamannic tribes treasured glass. At first, they traded for class, then they produced it on their own. | |
A bakery. | |
A watermill whichis used to power all the appliances needed on the farm. | |
Hemp was and still is an important plant for ropes and other utilities. Hemp needs to be dried with heat as can be seen here. | |
Here, the hemp is combed and threshed. | |
When getting too old to maintain the far, the old people would move either into a different section in the house or in a smaller building adjoining the farmhouse. Since the tiolet facilities are located outside the house, they make use the convenience of a port-a-potty. | |
A black smith | |
An oil mill | |
The oldest house in the museum from 1599 | |
The dining/living room area |