Title: Tin washtub

Identifier: Tobacco Farm Life Museum   (https://digital.lib.ecu.edu/13955)

Description: The use of galvanized tin is one of the many advances that has been seen on the farm over the years. Even though wood tubs are built to last, galvanized tin is more durable and better suited for everyday use. Galvanized tubs like these took over the role for wooden tubs in the daily chores of washing and cleaning. Early 20th century. A brief video demonstrates how these were used in washing laundry.