JULIA A PURNELL MUSEUM

SNOW HILL, MD

The Julia A Purnell Museum is located in Snow Hill, Maryland and is dedicated to preserving the rich history and culture of the Eastern Shore of Maryland. The museum is named after Julia A Purnell, a local historian and educator, who was instrumental in preserving the history of the area.

The museum houses a collection of over 10,000 artifacts, including furniture, textiles, tools, and artwork, that showcase the lifestyle and traditions of the Eastern Shore. These artifacts are displayed in a series of exhibits that take visitors on a journey through the region's history, from the Native American tribes that first inhabited the area to the present day.

One of the most popular exhibits at the museum is the collection of decoys, which were used by hunters to lure waterfowl. The museum also has a collection of hand-carved and painted duck calls, which were used to mimic the sound of ducks.

In addition to the exhibits, the museum hosts a variety of educational programs and events throughout the year, including lectures, workshops, and tours. The museum is open to the public from April to December and is a must-visit destination for anyone interested in the rich history and culture of the Eastern Shore of Maryland.

JULIA A PURNELL MUSEUM is a Uncategorized or General Museum in SNOW HILL MD. US MID #8402400386

The museum is classed as GMU (Uncategorized or General Museums). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Mid-Atlantic (District of Columbia, Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania).

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• telephone: 4106320515
• website: http://www.purnellmuseum.com

JULIA A. PURNELL MUSEUM
208 W MARKET ST
SNOW HILL
MD
21863-1059

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