Rundlet-May House
Dining Room Intro
The dining room features a call button, in the floor, to call to the staff if there is a need for something at the dining table for guests. Cut glass is nearby on the sideboard to accompany any meal.
The room is decorated with engravings from the War of 1812. These serve as a reminder of James Rundlet’s ability to keep his business and family prosperous during the war; his woolen mills Salmon Falls, New Hampshire and Amesbury, Massachusetts produced wool for uniforms during a time of great uncertainty.
Adjoining the dining room is a narrow passageway with built in closet to hold many of the Rundlets’ porcelain service including export tableware for everyday use and entertaining.