Journals and newspaper collections from the Lansing Historical Society. (Photo by Nathan Ottens-Sanders)
Audio Slideshow: Visit some of Chicago’s small museums and hear from some of the owners and proprietors.
By Jim Crago and Nathan Ottens-Sanders
Giuseppe Gaglione of Stampland on Chicago Avenue has a passion for collecting rare rubber stamps – some used from the early 20th century. He also schedules as much time as possible for making rubber stamps to put on display for all to see.
“We don’t receive any monetary donations,” Gaglione said. “But donations of rubber stamps and stamp pads are always welcome.”
When visiting Stampland, it was obvious that Gaglione took his craft very seriously. When asked about his idea for Stampland, he lit up like a child finding presents under a Christmas tree.
