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Gift of Starling Childs, 2025.8.4, Connecticut Museum of Culture and History collection, No Kno…
Curling Broom
Gift of Starling Childs, 2025.8.4, Connecticut Museum of Culture and History collection, No Known Copyright

Curling Broom

Date1995
Mediumplastic, synthetic fabric, nylon, fiberglass handle
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (length): 51in. (129.5cm)
ClassificationsEquipment
Credit LineGift of Starling Childs
Description"The Hammer" curling broom made with blue synthetic fabric. The broom was made by Killam Industries and originally belonged to Starling Childs, who used it in 1995.
Object number2025.8.4
InscribedPrinted on sticker affixed to handle: "'THE HAMMER' / KILLAM INDUSTRIES 1-800-567-7[illegible]57"

Handwritten in silver marker on base of handle: "SWC / 1995"

Molded on plastic head: "'THE HAMMER'"
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