Prop, Theatrical
Object number2012.10.7
Date1968-2001
MediumWood; Varnish or Stain; Adhesive
Credit LineGift of The Fred Rogers Company
DescriptionCobbler’s bench television prop. Stained or varnished wood. Body is in the shape of a keyhole. Square end has three vertical sides and two horizontal runners. Four angled legs set into body of bench. Underside of square end has runners where a drawer was formerly.Dimensions18.75 × 17.75 × 40.25 in. (47.6 × 45.1 × 102.2 cm)Historical NotesThis cobbler's bench was located in front of the couch in the living room of the Mister Rogers' Neighborhood set. Part of a collection from the set of Mister Rogers' Neighborhood. Mister Rogers was one of the longest running children’s show on public television. It debuted on national television in 1968 and ran until the 2001.
Related institution
Public Broadcasting Service
Related institution
WQED
Related person
Fred McFeely Rogers
On View
Not on view1970-2000
Westmoreland Glass Company
1941-1945
1890-1899