Arthur Glaser's collections
Famous Pennsylvanians on U.S. Postage
This lab has a collection of postal commemoratives that honor Pennsylvanians from the colonial period to the present day. These honorees represent science, art, industry, sports, politics, finance and many other fields.
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Edward Hicks early American Folk Artist
<p>Edward Hicks' paintings reflect the same quality and style. More advanced in technique than Grandma Moses but still simple if compared to the work of the Hudson Valley School.</p>
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Cutting Edge Scientists
This learning lab focuses on some early cutting edge scientists and how their work affected mankind. This introduction is followed by a presentation of some very inquisitive researchers who are working projects that will affect our life in the near future.
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Captains of Industry
<p>In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, powerful entrepreneurs dominated American industry. These individuals were both creative and insightful in the creation of American corporations that monopolized many facets of distribution and production. While each of these individuals was unique, they shared qualities that made them successful in American capitalism.</p>
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Journey of the Vin Fiz
<p>The Vin Fiz was the first aeroplane to cross the United States from coast to coast. At a maximum speed of 51 mph and many in flight set backs, the Vin Fiz made the crossing in over 84 days.</p>
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