The Millyard Museum in Manchester, NH holds a good reminder of why it pays to investigate your ancestor's life outside of being born, marrying, dying, and giving birth. On display is a large poster with photographs of 13 members of the Amoskeag Textile Club who took part in an amateur dramatic production. Each person's full name is given (the "Miss" indicating single marital status for the 5 females) and the role he or she played in the club's production of "Ermine." None are depicted in costume and makeup. All were in ordinary clothing with their faces unhidden by a mask, prop, or other character. If you are interviewing elderly relatives about their memories of parents, grandparents, great aunts or uncles, ask them about hobbies. There may be an old handbill or advertisement featuring the star of YOUR show.
photo © Maura Mackowski, 2019.
photo © Maura Mackowski, 2019.
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