Capturing the imaginations of young and old with the spirit of innovation, problem solving and design demonstrated through the dynamic story of the machines and people which form the foundation and future of the manufacturing industry in America.
Manufacturers in 2020 are responding to a new crisis with courage and ingenuity - including but not limited to face mask production.
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The Tool Revolution
Innovators at the forefront of the push to create interchangeable parts.
Arming the Union
1.5 million new rifles were produced during the Civil War. How did they do it?
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"Gracious, informative, and enjoyable.... We were last at the museum over 20 years ago when it was already impressive to manufacturing history fans like us, but you have made it relevant to a far broader, younger, and diversified audience."
Jeff T, June 2021
"I took my class here 'virtually' on a field trip. It was so cool to share the birth of modern manufacturing with my students. It's a fascinating place for anyone interested in making things."
Google Review, Feb 21
"The American Precision Museum is not (just) for Gear-Heads. ...I'm not a machinist, but wish every family could visit this, one of the few demonstrations of the underpinnings of the prosperity manufacturing created."
TripAdvisor, March 2020
"Thoroughly enjoyable and informative; I also appreciated how warmly children were received. Thank you!"
September 2, 2020
"Celebrations of inventions and past accomplishments, elements of generations of smart and determined people should serve as a reminder of the current and next generations of what can be accomplished if you research and work hard."
August 4, 2020
"A very unique museum that was very thought provoking. We enjoyed our time here. Thank you!"
July 3, 2020
"This place is amazing! STEM education is here to stay! Bringing ideas back to our Tech-Engineering and Math Classrooms!"
Paul & Betsy | Holden, MA
"Very educational and informative! I learned quite a bit about the history and processes of machining and manufacturing of products that helped shape America."
Frank | Charlotte, NC
"Engineering, history, economy. Real people stories, fun shopping… all in one place! Amazing! Thank you!"
Richard | Ontario, Canada
"My Dad worked at Cone Automatic for 42 years. I now have a better idea about what Precision Valley has meant to the history of machine manufacturing…wonderful display."
Tom | Spofford, NH
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