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Follow the history of the dime museums
those 19th century collections of the
worlds strangest
flotsam and jetsam and their evolution
into the astounding traveling sideshows
of yesteryear!
See the actual objects both oddities of
nature and works of man, the memorabilia
of the exotic and
novelty acts of old, and the most
colorful advertising art of all time
all in a life-like historical setting!
Laugh and learn about Americas most
unique entertainment the dime museums
and sideshows of yesterday, today, and
tomorrow!
The ADM's Exhibition Space
The American Dime Museum occupied two
floors, the ADM offered visitors a
sample of both the "old time" dime
museums and store shows as well as a
more contemporary sideshow. The dime
museum exhibition included numerous
recreations, from Fiji mermaids to
shrunken heads, as well as original
artifacts, including one of the only
surviving Nelson Supply Co. giantess
mummies. The sideshow featured an
extensive display of banners as well as
genuine sideshow props and "backyard"
paraphernalia. Extensive exhibition
notes explained the attractions and let
visitors in on the secrets of the
business.
James Taylor
Shocked &
Amazed
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