The Pickler Furniture Collection

Truman State University: Special Collections and University Archives

The Pickler Furniture Collection consists of pieces that belonged to Samuel and Ida Pickler of Kirksville, Missouri. They were donated to Special Collections and University Archives at the Pickler Memorial Library by Ruth Carlson and family, descendants of the Picklers.

Explore The Pickler Furniture Collection!

Take a close look at the pieces,
get to know the makers,
learn about the art period,
and more!


Get to know the man who owned the furniture.


Learn more about the artistic movement that inspired this furniture.


Get a closer look at the pieces in the collection.


Meet the men who made the Pickler Furniture.


Learn more about parlors of the 19th century.


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