The Progress Building depicts the development of various aspects of American life.
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One section is devoted to the dramatic changes made in the home from 1850, 1900, to 1925.  You will see the progression: from oil lamps, to kerosene lanterns, to electric lights; from carrying water, to pumping water, to running water; from open-fire place, to wood cook-stove, to electric-gas cook stove; from cellar , to ice box, to refrigerator...and much more!  
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Other areas include displays of Ohio River glass, barn looms, printing presses...
...early arcade, soda fountain and a miniature amusement park.

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Heritage Farm Museum and Village
3300 Harvey Road
Huntington, WV 25704
304/522-1244
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