Staley Museum In The News
Museum Closed in January
Temporarily Closed
The museum is closed to the public for the duration of January for cleaning and maintenance projects.
We look forward to seeing you all in February as we begin our 10th Anniversary!
Mark your calendars and join us to celebrate Mr. Staley's birthday!
Did you know?
Mr. Staley's favorite pastime was the cultivation of roses. His love of the flower extended from the landscaped arch of Dorothy Perkin's roses that grew in the front of the home to his Florida estate where he planted them in large quantities. Photographs of Mr. Staley often show a rose in his lapel. 🌹
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Did you know?
The A.E. Staley Manufacturing Company got its start in Baltimore, Maryland. His first sale as proprietor of his own company was on March 3, 1898.
In 1904 a fire raged through Baltimore. It burned down huge swathes of the city, including thousands of homes and businesses. Also lost in the fire was Mr. Staley's entire business. To rebuild, Mr. Staley relied on the moral support of his wife, Emma, and the financial support of his bankers. Both believed in his abilities, and proving their faith well placed, the company made a profit that year and hired 3 salesmen.
Photographs of the Great Baltimore Fire of 1904 from the Boston Public Library.
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Mr. Staley purchased a home (seen below) in Miami, Florida in 1931 after taking his very first vacation the year prior. The home was described as "a beautiful estate" located on the Bay of Biscayne. The warm sunshine and waterfront property was the perfect location for Mr. Staley to indulge in his favorite hobby: the cultivation of roses.
Sadly, the home no longer stands. It and other surrounding structures were demolished years ago for modern condominiums.
All photographs c. 1931
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Happy Valentine's Day friends! ❤️
We hope you're enjoying the day with your loved ones.
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