Can you answer these questions after visiting the Dan Moody Museum?
Big Picture Questions:
Why is it important to remember Dan Moody and the Moody Family?
How has the roll of women in society evolved over the lifespan of the Dan Moody House?
If you were growing up at the same time Dan & Mary Moody grew up (1890s and early 1900s), how would your day-to-day life be different? How would it be the same?
Smaller Details:
What do you remember about any of the pieces of art in the home (paintings, glassware, etc.?)
How has the house changed since its construction in 1887?
Who was the Robertson family? Why are they important?
What were some of the most important industries to Taylor in its early days?
How has education changed over the years? Do you remember the names of any of Taylor’s early schools?
How were different cultures represented in Taylor over the years? What affect did they have on the growth and development of Taylor?
From the people / culture room - what personal story do you remember?
Do you recall the story about Dan Moody’s fight against the KKK?
Who was Charles Lindbergh and how was he associated with Dan & Mildred Moody?
What is important about the little gate at the top of the stairs?
What contributions did Mary Moody make to the family and to Taylor?
Read about the Rector family of Taylor.
Why are Dr. Doak and Dr. Dickey important to Taylor?
Make sure you look at: antique jewelry/watches/teething ring, 1910 telephone, immigration map, the 1850s/1860s mantle clock, the spinning wheel from 1810, the 150+ year old chair by the restroom, the antique bed and dresser from Tennessee, the derby hat and black feathered ladies hat, and all the antiques that were part of the Moody home.
If you were going to tell someone else about the Dan Moody Museum, what would you say?