Here at the CALHN Health Museum we love receiving new donations. My recent favourite acquisition is a fake eyeball. Selecting an item to accession can depend on a great deal of things, ranging from time availability, size or type, and sometimes – what takes your fancy first. My pick this time was a small tin. […]
Our display “Reflections” showcases how glass has played an important part in the development of medicine. Features are a late 19th century ruby glass dental cuspidor, a pair of blood filters, and prosthetic eyes, among many other diverse objects. ‘Reflections’ show glass as not just beautiful but practical as well. Watch our website for upcoming […]