The hurdy gurdy is one of the more unusual instruments in the Village's collection. 👂 🎶 Invented in the Middle Ages, the hurdy gurdy experienced a resurgence in popularity in the 1790s in Paris, France. It then made its way to New England, where it was considered a novelty. In this video, join Tom Vaughn for a look at a hurdy gurdy in the #OSVMuseumCollection and a sampling of music played on a replica version of the instrument. | Old Sturbridge Village