Westminster in Carroll County, Maryland — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
Basket Sleigh
Photographed By Devry Becker Jones (CC0), December 17, 2021
1. Basket Sleigh Marker
Inscription.
Basket Sleigh. . Like most forms of winter transportation, basket sleighs were designed to glide easily across the snow and ice for a smooth and leisurely ride. Basket sleighs were made of durable wood or wicker to support riders and block against inclement weather. Generally, basket sleighs were made for two people to sit close atop the wooden seat. These sleighs were also made with larger frames to accommodate more passengers as needed.
Like most forms of winter transportation, basket sleighs were designed to glide easily across the snow and ice for a smooth and leisurely ride. Basket sleighs were made of durable wood or wicker to support riders and block against inclement weather. Generally, basket sleighs were made for two people to sit close atop the wooden seat. These sleighs were also made with larger frames to accommodate more passengers as needed.
Erected by Carroll County Farm Museum.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Roads & Vehicles.
Location. 39° 33.528′ N, 76° 59.728′ W. Marker is in Westminster, Maryland, in Carroll County. Marker is on Farm Museum Road, 0.2 miles south of South Center Street, on the right when traveling south. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 500 S Center St, Westminster MD 21157, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Photographed By Devry Becker Jones (CC0), December 17, 2021
2. Basket Sleigh Display
Credits. This page was last revised on December 17, 2021. It was originally submitted on December 17, 2021, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia. This page has been viewed 62 times since then and 5 times this year. Photos:1, 2. submitted on December 17, 2021, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia.
