tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35434596106041971702024-03-14T01:13:02.798-05:00Michael's Museum: A Curious Collection of Tiny Treasures at Chicago Children's MuseumAlthough this BLOG is currently not active, scroll back through the blog to see a GREAT deal about the history of a SMALL place known as Michael's Museum, a collection of over 105 collections of tiny treasures. Now a permanent exhibit at Chicago Children's Museum on Navy Pier.
All text entries and photographs copyrighted. Request permission to use from info@michaelsmuseum.orgUnknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger446125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3543459610604197170.post-6150949295776587902021-10-02T13:32:00.003-05:002021-10-02T13:32:34.816-05:00Follow me!<p>Go to my website to see my current projects including a number of new publications!</p><p>Thanks for following me!</p><p>Michael</p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-k-_qZoILAaM/YVilmEAtbmI/AAAAAAAARlQ/f3B20qRA6u4PrhjSQ8mzYqeJ1Q3Q792bQCLcBGAsYHQ/s2016/IMG_0066.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2016" data-original-width="1512" height="320" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-k-_qZoILAaM/YVilmEAtbmI/AAAAAAAARlQ/f3B20qRA6u4PrhjSQ8mzYqeJ1Q3Q792bQCLcBGAsYHQ/s320/IMG_0066.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><br /> <p></p><p> </p>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3543459610604197170.post-55359223095926829692021-06-01T15:46:00.004-05:002021-06-01T15:47:24.217-05:00HAPPY TENTH ANNIVERSARY MICHAEL'S MUSEUM<p> While this BLOG is inactive, we do post now and then. Also, there are many wonderful stories and photographs to see if you scroll back through them.</p><p>This post is to note that 2021 celebrates the TENTH anniversary of Michael's Museum: A Curious Collection of Tiny Treasures at Chicago Children's Museum. The museum has been closed for a while due to COVID but is planning on opening soon. Check their website for up-to-date information.</p><p>Also, check <a href="http://www.michaelsmuseum.org" target="_blank">http://www.michaelsmuseum.org</a></p><p><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-0yPjKocATPg/YLabZzJFq7I/AAAAAAAARi4/SXWM-iNubR0XkvuFYBgxLI882h4Lo6OngCLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/3.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1368" data-original-width="2048" height="428" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-0yPjKocATPg/YLabZzJFq7I/AAAAAAAARi4/SXWM-iNubR0XkvuFYBgxLI882h4Lo6OngCLcBGAsYHQ/w640-h428/3.jpg" width="640" /></a><br /><br /></p>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3543459610604197170.post-6991020423281794912020-03-18T12:12:00.000-05:002020-03-18T12:16:13.399-05:00<div class="_5pbx userContent _3576" data-ft="{"tn":"K"}" data-testid="post_message" id="js_5c" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-top: 6px;">
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #373e4d; font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif; white-space: pre-wrap;">Nine years ago, on April 1, 2007; an article appeared in the Q-Section of the Chicago Tribune, written by Barbara Mahany. It began a landslide process of love. with the support of Amethel Parel-Sewell, Louise Belmont Skinner, Barbara Unikel, Jennifer Farrington, and Gregory Maire which led to “Michael’s Museum: A Curious Collection of Tiny Treasures” which in May, 2011 became a beloved, permanent exhibit at the Chicago Children’s Museum on Navy Pier. Happy April Fools Day! Happy Michael’s Museum! Happy Anniversary!</span><br />
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<br />Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3543459610604197170.post-37484983674948696812015-05-25T13:08:00.003-05:002015-06-15T17:23:46.764-05:004th ANNIVERSARY of MM @ CCM!<div class="" style="font-family: Times-Roman; font-size: 18px;">
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Seventeenth-century Dutch socialites Petronella de la Court and Petronella Oortman, the dauphin of France, Queen Victoria, and Queen Mary had them: dollhouses and miniature replicas of masterworks of furniture and decorative arts, through which they could recreate their larger-than-life existence. The popularity of these Lilliputian marvels extended well into the twentieth century, when doll-sized houses, shops, farms – and even Noah’s ark, filled the pages of toy catalogs. These were usually made of carved and painted wood, and decorated with brass, steel, porcelain, amongst other materials. Often exact replicas of their life-sized counterparts, they provide unique insight into the social and material culture of the period: what did a typical nursery contain? How did a family live and interact together in the home? More than mere toys, dollhouses were used to teach little girls about household management. This nineteenth-century miniature “Grocery Stores” (in the nineteenth century the word “stores” referred to goods that were stored) is made of painted and carved wood; the sides of the model rotate open to provide complete access to the interior, which tells us that the object was likely intended to be manipulated during play. Complete with sixteen functional drawers labelled for almonds, cacao, cinnamon, cloves, and other exotic spices and ingredients, this toy shop would likely have served as an introduction into the world of commerce for a young boy.</div>
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<br />Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3543459610604197170.post-46608560060741946942014-11-26T10:00:00.000-06:002015-04-29T11:32:12.946-05:00Happy Thanksgiving 2014Every now and then I like to post. I am pleased that so many people visit this site even though I do not update regularly. There are, however, many wonderful stories and photos to see, so enjoy!<br />
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3543459610604197170.post-91993553276959732772014-10-07T12:14:00.000-05:002015-04-29T11:32:01.996-05:00COMING SOON: Michael's Flea Circus: The Greatest Small Show on Earth<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">Sometimes I just have to post:</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">I have been enthused with the idea of Flea Circuses for over thirty years and finally have begun producing one of my own.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">The circus will have singing, dancing, and performing fleas; as well as slight of hand (magic,) and audience participation to entertain, enchant, and entice you!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">Madam Midge and </span><span style="font-family: Times, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Madam </span><span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">Madge will walk the high wire carrying a carefully balanced, balance beam, </span><span style="font-family: Times, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Monsieur Marvin will jump off the high, high dive into a small pool of water. Monsieur Mervin will fly on the flying trapeze. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">The Flea Circus will also feature Strong Man Sam who will be shot from a cannon and Strong Woman Samantha who will carry a boulder across the center ring on her shoulder. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">Since this One Ring Circus is a small operation, the fleas will also double as grounds keepers, ticket takers, refreshment booth operators, and gift shop cashiers.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">The price of admission will be one thin dime or a contribution of your choice to The Lieberman Center Memory Care Facility in Skokie, Illinois. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">Come one, come all! Ladies and Gentlement: Be Amazed, Be Amused, Be Astounded. Feel the Magic. Experience the Joy. <span style="color: red; font-size: x-large;">Michael's Flea Circus,</span> coming soon to a town near you!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #515151; line-height: 33px;"><br /></span><span style="background-color: white; color: #515151; line-height: 33px;">For more, also visit the Michael's Museum Web Site. </span><a href="http://www.michaelsmuseum.org/" style="background-color: white; color: #cc0000; line-height: 33px; text-decoration: none;">CLICK HERE http://www.michaelsmuseum.org</a></span><br />
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3543459610604197170.post-22246068784666975292014-09-19T21:40:00.001-05:002014-10-10T14:56:46.351-05:00Sometimes ... Post Cards for Ants<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif; font-size: large;">Sometimes I just have to post: </span><br />
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<a href="http://www.thisiscolossal.com/2014/09/postcards-for-ants-a-365-day-miniature-painting-project-by-lorraine-loots/" target="_blank">http://www.thisiscolossal.com/2014/09/postcards-for-ants-a-365-day-miniature-painting-project-by-lorraine-loots/</a></div>
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #515151; line-height: 33px;">For more, also visit the Michael's Museum Web Site. </span><a href="http://www.michaelsmuseum.org/" style="background-color: white; color: #cc0000; line-height: 33px; text-decoration: none;">CLICK HERE http://www.michaelsmuseum.org</a></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif; font-size: large;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #515151; line-height: 33px;">If you want to own part of MM, you can go on www.lulu.com and purchase "The Story of Michael's Museum." </span><a href="http://www.lulu.com/shop/michael-a-horvich/the-story-of-michaels-museum/paperback/product-18781533.html" style="background-color: white; color: #cc0000; line-height: 33px; text-decoration: none;">CLICK HERE to go to "lulu" to see and/or purchase it.</a></span><br />
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #515151; font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif; font-size: large; line-height: 33px;">Thanks for visiting,</span><br />
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3543459610604197170.post-88534061782867482722014-06-24T19:37:00.001-05:002014-07-25T11:22:09.519-05:00Mel's Mini Mini MartSometimes I just HAVE to post:<br />
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<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xtZlHSy5HDM" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xtZlHSy5HDM</a>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3543459610604197170.post-73917245979342767942014-06-01T13:19:00.000-05:002014-06-01T13:19:10.539-05:00Every Now and ThenHi. Every now and then I do post something new to this website having to do with Tiny Treasures. Here is one for you to check out:<br />
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Hi and thanks for visiting this BLOG. Although it is no longer active, you will find many wonderful stories and photographs here as you seek to see more and learn more about Michael's Museum: A Curious Collections of Tiny Treasures.<br />
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For more, also visit the Michael's Museum Web Site. <a href="http://www.michaelsmuseum.org/">CLICK HERE http://www.michaelsmuseum.org</a><br />
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If you really want to own part of MM, you can go on www.lulu.com and purchase "The Story of Michael's Museum." <a href="http://www.lulu.com/shop/michael-a-horvich/the-story-of-michaels-museum/paperback/product-18781533.html">CLICK HERE to go to "lulu" to see and/or purchase it.</a><br />
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Michael<br />
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3543459610604197170.post-13227482016118413662014-03-01T13:20:00.002-06:002014-03-01T13:20:49.692-06:00Winter is Almost OverHi and thanks for visiting this BLOG. Although it is no longer active, you will find many wonderful stories and photographs here as you seek to see more and learn more about Michael's Museum: A Curious Collections of Tiny Treasures.<br />
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For more, also visit the Michael's Museum Web Site. <a href="http://www.michaelsmuseum.org/">CLICK HERE http://www.michaelsmuseum.org</a><br />
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If you really want to own part of MM, you can go on www.lulu.com and purchase "The Story of Michael's Museum." <a href="http://www.lulu.com/shop/michael-a-horvich/the-story-of-michaels-museum/paperback/product-18781533.html">CLICK HERE to go to "lulu" to see and/or purchase it.</a><br />
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Michael<br />
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While this BLOG is inactive, I do like to say HI! now and then.</div>
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Michael sure does look a lot like Santa!</div>
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3543459610604197170.post-48319413535626979242013-11-28T09:06:00.000-06:002013-11-28T09:06:01.435-06:00Thanks Viewers Like YouEven though this site has been inactive (but chock full of interesting posts and pixs) we have reached 11,100 hits! Thanks for tuning in.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0