AMERICAN MUSEUM OF INDUSTRY & TECHNOLOGY INC

LAKEVILLE, CT

The American Museum of Industry & Technology Inc. (AMIT) in Lakeville, Connecticut is a non-profit organization that was established in June of 2016. Its mission is to preserve, present and promote the history of technology and industry in the United States. The museum is located in a restored 19th century mill complex that once was home to a variety of early industrial activities.

AMIT houses over 4,000 artifacts including vintage machinery, tools, and documents, spanning the 19th to the 21st centuries. It is divided into two main areas: the first floor is dedicated to the history of industry and technology in the United States, while the second floor features a variety of interactive exhibits. These include displays on the history of the Industrial Revolution, the development of the steel industry in the United States, and the rise of the digital age.

In addition to its permanent exhibits, AMIT also hosts a variety of special events and educational programs. The museum has hosted lectures, workshops, and demonstrations on topics such as the history of the Industrial Revolution, the development of new technologies, and the impact of industry on society. It also offers a variety of hands-on activities, such as a look at how 19th century mills operated and a chance to see a variety of vintage tools and machines in action.

AMIT is open to the public seven days a week and admission is free. It is supported by grants, donations, and memberships, and is staffed by a team of volunteer docents. The museum is a great resource for those interested in learning more about the history of industry and technology in the United States.

AMERICAN MUSEUM OF INDUSTRY & TECHNOLOGY INC is a History Museum in LAKEVILLE CT. US MID #8400900491

The museum is classed as HST (History Museums). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: New England (Connecticut, Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Vermont).

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AMERICAN MUSEUM OF INDUSTRY & TECHNOLOGY INC
PO BOX 1997
LAKEVILLE
CT
06039-1997

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