H.M. Bekken sign
Object/Artifact
Wood, painted sign with the text "H.M. Bekken Horse Shoeing & General Repair"
2000.01.01
Herman M. Bekken ran a blacksmith workshop at 42. North Washington Street in Douglas. Sign estimated to be from the 1890s. A modern reproduction of the sign was hung on the building when it was converted into a short-term rental. See 2011.42.06 for a Simmons photo of the building.
Commercial businesses
Winthers, Sally
2000.01
3 ft
16 ft
42 N. Washinton/Bekken Blacksmith ShopBekken, Herman M.
09/30/2026
09/30/2026