We began the identifying process by searching up the serial number on Conn trumpet databases. ” This gave us a start on our hunt: it had to be at least manufactured before 1962. This trumpet was used in the cadet band before they changed to a drum and trumpet band. Porter’s trumpet sold to Sydney Horton in 1962.
It arrived with a small tag that gave us just enough information to launch our investigation.
One of the most important things to remember when donating items to any heritage organization is to provide as much background information on the item or items as possible. USA,” on the bell and surrounding the text is a gorgeous floral pattern. Last year, we acquired a trumpet in our collection as a part of some old Wolfville School memorabilia. Our very first blog post of the 2017 season is upon us! Lauryn Wadden, an aspiring music teacher and the museum’s Heritage Interpreter (seriously if you haven’t been given a tour by her you should come right now and get one!) has written this interesting piece about one of our newest acquisitions to the permanent collection!Ī Sleuth in Action: Solving the Trumpet Mystery
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