Livery – Up until the advent and affordability of the automobile, the livery was an essential   transportation service with the use of horse and carriage for out of town travelers and locals. The 1920s brought about irrevocable change for the livery industry. Learn more as you meet our horses and explore the livery complete with tack, blacksmith tools and an office.

Fire Station – Developments made to the fire truck in the 1920s were a major technological advancement from the horse-drawn fire engines used since the 1870s. Featuring a 1923 Ford Model T fire engine and an 1893 hand pumper, Fire Station #1 on Main Street will offer an inside look at this transitional period of firefighting in the United States.

Wiederkehr Dry Goods Clothing Store – Moving away from an all-in-one shopping experience, in the 1920s, the Dry Goods store focused on ready-made items and sewing necessities for making clothing at home. Browse off-the-rack clothing, fancy linens, 1927 Butterick patterns and fashion magazines, buttons, stockings, shoes, and more.

Hub Grocery Store – Depicting a “green grocer”, this shop will offer a look at what household staples were commonly sought after to meet every day needs beyond meat and fish. These goods included vegetables, cheeses, and prepackaged foods.

Theater – Engaging local people of all ages, silent films were the epitome of modern entertainment in the 1920s. Stop by to take a peek at what’s playing on the big screen! Beyond silent films, this space may be utilized by the public for special events and conferences.

Main Street Confections – Indulge your sweet tooth in delectable 1920s era candy brands including, Baby Ruth, Boston Baked Beans, Charleston Chews, Chuckles, Dubble Bubble, Dum Dums, Fruit Slices, Goobers, Sixlets and more!

Speakeasy – The history of Prohibition and its consequential impact on Northwest Ohio and the rest of our country from 1920-1933 will be shared during special Speakeasy experience pre-registered events. 

Broken Barrel Speakeasy

Prohibition Experience at the Broken Barrel Speakeasy

A Night at the Speakeasy

Soda Fountain/Pharmacy – Liquid carbonic soda fountains became common throughout the United States in the early 1900s due to pharmacist Jacob Baur’s new method of manufacturing carbon dioxide in tanks. Come and sip a cherry phosphate along with ice cream and other snacks at the Soda Fountain.

PDF of Soda Fountain Menu