How many generations of your family can you record by name?
Did they live in the same city or region as your? The same state? The same country?
Different groups brought their regional habits and forms of entertainment when they moved.
While during the day many of the families socialized with others doing work or business — the home became the center of activity in the evening. Especially in the days before electricity, telephones, and the “modern” distractions.
Study the photo and imagine. Papa (or grandfather) enjoying his evening pipe while others in the family tour the world with pictures on the stereoscope, read, or sing by lamplight.