Dale West

Yankee Magazine

How to Be a Good Showoff

Don DiMugno has a knack for displaying his collections. Friends pay the ultimate compliment when they tell him that “everything looks just as though it belongs.” Here are some of his best tips: Whenever possible, maintain your collections by category or theme. Mixing collections (different periods or subjects) can create a sense of chaos. Keeping […]

memorabilia
Yankee Magazine

Memory House: Display Memorabilia at Home

When Don DiMugno moved into his house in Kensington, Connecticut, he went straight to work creating space to display his ever-growing collection of memorabilia. Five additions and 41 years later, DiMugno’s collectibles fill his 2,000-square-foot home, a new barn, and the garage–and, as any passerby will notice, spill into his yard and driveway. DiMugno admits […]