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Show 1 11 I . , I '. - - fjk s ' I - , fr i Many original fixtures from the Smith and Brim general store, which operated in Park City at the turn of the century, have been collected and preserved by Ed and Roslyn Grose and have been used to recreate this new exhibit at the Park City Museum. Park City newcomers to get an old-fashioned welcome to the open house were sent to families who have moved to Park City since January 1984. Carol Child, chairman of the open house committee, said the Historical Society combed the school district and the churches for the names of new residents. "We found they came from all walks of life and that they are all very happy to be here," she said. "The main thing they have to say is how friendly everyone has been to them," she added. Ringholz said she hopes long-time residents will come to the open house and introduce themselves to their new neighbors. Representatives Representa-tives from the Friends of the library, Park City Performances, the Kimball Art Center, the League of Women Voters, the Norwegian School of Nature Life, KPCW and the Historical Society will be on hand to explain their programs and help the town's new residents find ways to participate in the community, Ringholz said. by NAN CHALAT Record staff writer In the old days, a welcome wagon traveled around town to greet new residents. Well, the times may have changed, but the spirit hasn't. In the absence of a welcome wagon, the Park City Historical Society will host an open house to greet new residents and introduce them to the community. Both newcomers and natives are invited to come to the Park City Museum on the ground floor of the old City Hall building on Main Street this afternoon from 4 to 7 p.m. During the reception, newcomers will be introduced to Park City volunteer organizations and will be on hand for the unveiling of new general store exhibit at the museum. The exhibit was assembled by Ed and Roslyn Grose of Charleston. During the last 20 years the Groses have carefully collected artifacts from local businesses that were active at the turn of the century. From their collection they have recreated a 1910 scene based on Park City's Smith and Brim store. According to organizer ' Raye Ringholz, more than 200 invitations |