Westminster in Carroll County, Maryland — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
Turkeys
Photographed By Devry Becker Jones (CC0), December 17, 2021
1. Turkeys Marker
Inscription.
Turkeys. . For centuries, people have raised turkeys for food and for the joy of having them. There are many varieties of these heritage birds, such as Black, Bronze, White Holland, Slate and Bourbon Red , just to name a few. Turkeys have a distinct wattle, just below their beak, which is also known as a "snood." The Turkey's snood, and their head, can range in just as many colors as their feathers. Typically blue or red, the Turkey's head can change color depending on its mood or excitement level! Turkeys are most widely grown for their meat, which is usually the main dish at holidays like Thanksgiving.
For centuries, people have raised turkeys for food and for the joy of having them. There are many varieties of these heritage birds, such as Black, Bronze, White Holland, Slate and Bourbon Red — just to name a few. Turkeys have a distinct wattle, just below their beak, which is also known as a "snood." The Turkey's snood, and their head, can range in just as many colors as their feathers. Typically blue or red, the Turkey's head can change color depending on its mood or excitement level! Turkeys are most widely grown for their meat, which is usually the main dish at holidays like Thanksgiving.
Erected by Carroll County Farm Museum.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Agriculture • Animals.
Location. 39° 33.49′ N, 76° 59.789′ W. Marker is in Westminster, Maryland, in Carroll County. Marker can be reached from 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.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Bantam Chickens (here, next to this marker); Chickens (a few steps from this marker); Katahdin Sheep (within shouting distance of this marker);
Photographed By Devry Becker Jones (CC0), December 17, 2021
2. Turkeys Exhibit
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 66 times since then and 4 times this year. Photos:1, 2. submitted on December 17, 2021, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia.
