Squirrel Orchestra
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These fifteen Red Squirrels were procured by Frank Fisher. They were mounted and formed into an orchestra by the skillful taxidermist, Joseph Housekeeper. They were arranged in a semi-circle and fronted by their leader who is wearing spectacles. Each squirrel is stationed behind a music stand, and as though playing, holds a musical instrument. The instruments range from a violin to a bass drum. The Squirrel Orchestra is housed and on exhibit at the Wayne County Historical Society of Ohio.
Quick Facts
- Procured by Frank Fisher
- Mounted and formed into an orchestra by Joseph Housekeeper, local taxidermist.[1]
- Displayed at the George Faber, Baker and Confectioner general store in Wooster, Ohio.[2]
- 1909 - The George Farber family donated the squirrel orchestra to the Wooster Public Library and Museum and was displayed on the second floor of the old Carnegie library on North Market Street.[3]