History in
Your Attic
History in Your Attic
Your attic called. It has Hampshire history in it.
Little Miss Old-Fashioned Days dress worn by pageant winner Shelly, daughter of Duane and Kathy Engel, in 1978
Centennial Hampshire-Rama play original postmaster prop — from Al Conro’s barn
Joe Seyller’s Centennial vest and garters — dug out and (amazingly) still fits!
Before it gets tossed, lost, or forgotten — go look.
Attics. Basements. Garages. Barns. Closets you haven’t opened since 1976.
We’re on the hunt for Hampshire history, and chances are…
it’s already in your house.
We Especially Need (Right Now!)
We’re gearing up for Old-Fashioned Days — June 5, 6 & 7, and we’re actively collecting items and pictures connected to: Old-Fashioned Days Centennial celebration.
- Kids’ parade
- Decorated bikes
- Water fights
- Street dance & Kitchen Band
- Community choir
- Rocking chair contest
- Ice cream social
…and more!
Scrapbooks and photo albums are GOLD.
Those old, stuffed, falling-apart albums full of everyday fun?
Yes. Please. Immediately.
While You’re Clutter-Busting… What Else Should You Look For?
If it makes you say, “Oh wow… I forgot about that,” we want to see it.
- Old photographs (especially candid,
everyday moments) - Scrapbooks & photo albums
- Costumes, uniforms, hats, sashes
- Club, school, church & organization memorabilia
- Signs, banners, buttons, programs
- Farm tools or equipment
- Household or business items
Ordinary objects with great stories
Basically: if it has a story, it belongs here.
Bonus: If you’re tech-savvy and able to scan items, we’d love digital copies too.
Boots on the Street Challenge
We’re turning History in Your Attic into a townwide treasure hunt.
We’re challenging longtime Hampshire families to:
- Dig the deepest
- Find the coolest
- Unearth the most “How did we still have this?!” item
Tell your parents. Call your aunt. Text your cousins.
Let’s see which family wins bragging rights. (Yes — we’ll be sharing favorite finds.)
How to Share Your Find
It’s easy — and we’ll help you every step of the way.
- Printable Flyer (with a more complete list of items)
- Memorabilia Donation form
- Clearing the Clutter HTHS Tips
(A public service from HTHS — we know this seems a chore, so we’ll try to ease the pain)
Drop-Off Location
Petersen Fuels
148 S. State Street, Hampshire
Monday–Friday | 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
(Please note: Drop-off location is unable to answer historical questions.)
Contact the History in Your Attic Team
Questions about an item? Not sure if something matters?