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S17E05: Federal-Style Game TableWith no television and few newspapers to read, our ancestors had plenty of time for card games thus, game tables were very popular. They often featured circular tops that were hinged and could be folded, designed to be stored against the wall when not in use. When needed, the top flipped down on a hinged gate leg and was suitable for four card players. Norm discovered an example in historic Deerfield, Massachusetts, which he used as inspiration for his piece.
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Air Date:
Jan 29, 2005
Runtime:
30 minutes
Casts:
Norm Abram
