Arnold Hague's Saddle
This is Arnold Hague's saddle. The saddle is likely about 120 years old and in the western style with a sheepskin liner. Arnold Hague used this saddle on his expeditions in the west.
Object ID: USGS-000015... Location: USA
Arnold Hague's Bridle
Arnold Hague used this bridle on his mapping expeditions of the west in the late 1800s. The metal accents are decorated with lucky horseshoes. This is just one example of the equipment used by field scientists in the care of animals that were used for transportation.
Object ID: USGS-000020... Location: USA
Field Table
This is a rolltop table used by Arnold Hague. The table top is made of oilcloth and rolls up. The table, legs and frame can be collapsed for easy travel and the package can then be carried on a wooden pack saddle.
Object ID: USGS-000023... Location: USA
Arnold Hague's Chair
A wooden, collapsible chair from Arnold Hague's expedition. Made of sassafras wood with interchangeable canvas covers. This chair can be collapsed into a roll that is packed up and transported easily.
Object ID: USGS-000031... Location: USA
Canvas Pannier
This is one of many heavy, canvas and leather panniers. They were used by Arnold Hague in the late 1800s and are no longer made or used. Many are imprinted with "US Geol. Sur."
Object ID: USGS-000037... Location: USA