Physical objects from the collection of the Moravian Historical Society related to Nazareth Hall, the Moravian boarding school for boys, that operated from 1785 to 1929.
This leather memento was likely created by Nazareth Hall student Russell C. Gross for his fellow schoolmate Charles L. Steckel. The attached piece of paper might be Gross's calling card with Class Day 1908 written on the front and on the back is written "For Charles L. Steckel a very successful scholar."
This bed from Nazareth Hall is typical of a German-style
bedstead, which uses slats for support. According to a late
1700s diary entry the bed would have been filled with a layer of
straw bedding, followed by feather bedding, sheets and blankets.
Students were required to provide their own linen and bedding at
Nazareth Hall.
Officer's dress cap from Nazareth Hall Uniform with gold and blue bands. Brass pin in on brim with school logo logo of a Cross Pattée, two crossed rifles, and the year 1785.
Cadet dress cap from Nazareth Hall Uniform with a wool band of blue and gray. Brass pin in on brim with school logo logo of a Cross Pattée, two crossed rifles, and the year 1785.
