Description
RVP~1875, the world?s leading historical furniture shop and museum,
is located at 115 S. Wilson, in the historic Milligan Lumber, Grain & Coal
building in downtown Jefferson, Iowa. Owner and operator, Robby Pedersen, is a Master Furniture Maker with over 20 years experience, who builds
historically accurate furniture using only the tools, techniques and
finishes used in 1875. On display is one of the Midwest?s largest
assortments of 19th Century woodworking tools, including an 1860?s
foot-powered lathe, an 1870?s hand-crank ripsaw, and over 400 different
hand planes. Our showroom also holds over 100 pieces of unique pioneer
furniture.
Groups of all sizes are welcome. Drop in to see us and we'll show you
around, or our one-hour tour can be scheduled by appointment.
Hours
Feel free to stop by RVP~1875 anytime, but your school group, community group or bus tour can reserve our time with a one-hour tour of historical woodworking. We can accommodate anywhere from 10 to 100 people. Enjoy an historic presentation including demonstrations and opportunity for hands-on participation. There is a $2/person minimum donation requested
Open Tuesday through Saturday 9:00 -5:00, or by appointment