I recall an exhibition in the 1950's portraying early American indians. It was opened upstairs. The theme was the American colonial wars and there was a large glass case displaying the Delaware* indian culture.
There was a tomahawk/peace pipe, a bear's robe, bead decorated clothes and wampum bag, bows, arrows etc. There may have also been a conical dwelling.
All very colourful and eye catching. Could these be the items you recall being stored in the basement, Gerard?
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Cheers,
Chas
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