Arden Forge Door Knocker, ca early 20th century, the verse is attributed to Franks Stephens
As part of the Anniversary Exhibition at the ACSM, the Museum and Archives Committee selected 15 treasures from the collection. Not surprisingly, the Arden Forge was one of the highlights. Many of the older homes in Arden still have pieces from the Forge in everyday use. Impressive door hinges, wall sconces, and ceiling fixtures are just some reminders of the extensive work at the Forge.
One of the more intriguing items at the Museum is a door knocker – although we only have the back plate – the knocker itself (probably a horse shoe) - is missing. The plate is heavily designed with a bewitching verse. The verse is attributed to Frank Stephens.
Knock and enter Friend for you
Are not barred by Horse’s Shoe
But Witches-Wizards-Gnomes-Elves
Take warning Fly & save yourselves.
Stop by the ACSM to see this great Arden Forge piece and many other treasures.
The ACSM is open Sundays afternoons from 1-3 PM and Wednesday evenings from
7:30 – 9 PM. You are Welcome Hither!
One of the more intriguing items at the Museum is a door knocker – although we only have the back plate – the knocker itself (probably a horse shoe) - is missing. The plate is heavily designed with a bewitching verse. The verse is attributed to Frank Stephens.
Knock and enter Friend for you
Are not barred by Horse’s Shoe
But Witches-Wizards-Gnomes-Elves
Take warning Fly & save yourselves.
Stop by the ACSM to see this great Arden Forge piece and many other treasures.
The ACSM is open Sundays afternoons from 1-3 PM and Wednesday evenings from
7:30 – 9 PM. You are Welcome Hither!
Arden Forge Print Shop sign, mid-20th century
Pete Helburn at Arden Forge, photo by Earl Brooks, 1928
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