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SUMMARY:Envisioning Art in the Machine
DESCRIPTION:A pop-up photography exhibit and sale! Photographers from the Photography Cafe are displaying their printed photos of our machines. The prints will be for sale with 40% of the proceeds being donated to the museum. \nParticipating Photographers:\nBill Balsam\nJay Fitzpatrick\nWayne Fuller\nLindsay Holmes\nTom McHugh
URL:https://americanprecision.org/events/envisioning-art-in-the-machine/
LOCATION:American Precision Museum\, 196 Main St\, Windsor\, VT\, 05089\, United States
CATEGORIES:Pop-Up Exhibit
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SUMMARY:CodeCraft: Unleashing Creativity with Makey Makey
DESCRIPTION:We will be utilizing the Makey Makey coding system to transform everyday household items into electronic controllers. This hands-on activity is specifically tailored to captivate and motivate middle school students\, but it is open to anyone interested in learning about this innovative technology! Feel free to drop in anytime between 10 and 3 at the American Precision Museum to participate.
URL:https://americanprecision.org/events/codecraft/
LOCATION:American Precision Museum\, 196 Main St\, Windsor\, VT\, 05089\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hands On Activities
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SUMMARY:Author Talk: Geoffrey Stewart
DESCRIPTION:Geoffrey Stewart\, author of Arming the World: American Gun-Makers in the Gilded Age\, will be at the museum to talk about his book and the history of American gun-makers. \nArming the World tells the story of the American small arms industry from the early 1800’s through the post-Civil War era. Almost from the beginning\, the United States produced arms in new\, and radically different\, ways\, relying upon machinery to mass produce guns when others still made them by hand. Leveraging their technological advantage\, American gun-makers produced guns with interchangeable parts and perfected new types of small arms\, ranging from revolvers to repeating rifles. \nThe federal government’s staggering purchases of arms during the Civil War stimulated the development of fast-firing breech-loading rifles and metal-cased ammunition. When\, in 1865\, it became clear that every country in the world had re-equip itself with modern weapons\, the Americans had an overwhelming head start. Salesmen from Remington\, Winchester\, Colt and Smith & Wesson —- and from lesser-known firms\, too – traveled the world marketing their guns\, dominating – or\, perhaps\, even inventing – the international arms business. American gun-makers sold rifles and side-arms by the millions and cartridges by the billions to great powers\, restive colonies and fading empires alike. Adding a new element to the unstable global balance of power\, American gun-makers affected the course of history. \nGeoffrey Stewart received A.B. and A.M. degrees from Brown University and his legal training at Harvard Law School. He is co-author of The Anointed\, a history of the rise to prominence of three influential New York City law firms during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Mr. Stewart has written articles for law reviews and legal publications\, as well as two privately published books. He is currently at work on a book about the United States’ confederation period (1781–89). He lives in Bethesda\, Maryland. \nTICKETS
URL:https://americanprecision.org/events/author-talk-geoffrey-stewart/
LOCATION:American Precision Museum\, 196 Main St\, Windsor\, VT\, 05089\, United States
CATEGORIES:Museum Special Event,Speaker
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240816T160000
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SUMMARY:LEGO Robotics Community Day
DESCRIPTION:Black River Innovation Campus is partnering with River Valley Tech Center and the American Precision Museum to host a LEGO Robotics Community Day for 1st – 5th graders\, as well as professional development opportunities for educators to learn more about Lego Robotics! Join us for one session and learn the basics of how to create\, code\, and operate a lego robot\, all for free! These LEGO community events are the first steps toward creating a FIRST LEGO League Explore club for elementary-aged kids in our region. A special thanks to FIRSTinVT for providing extra LEGO kits for the event! \nSign up for the session that works for you!\nEvents at River Valley Tech Center:\nAugust 15th\, 9am – 12pm: Workshop for 1st – 5th graders (and parents!)\nAugust 15th\, 1pm – 4pm: Professional Development for educators \nEvents at American Precision Museum:\nAugust 16th\, 9am – 12pm: Workshop for 1st – 5th graders (and parents!)\nAugust 16th\, 1pm – 4pm: Professional Development for educators \nIf interested\, please fill out this registration form\, and we will see you there!
URL:https://americanprecision.org/events/4304/
LOCATION:American Precision Museum\, 196 Main St\, Windsor\, VT\, 05089\, United States
CATEGORIES:Museum Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241012T090000
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SUMMARY:Robo Jam!
DESCRIPTION:Do you want to learn more about FIRST LEGO League? How can your kids get involved? Would they even like LEGO League?\nExperience the program firsthand during a friendly trial day at Heritage Hall. Meet the kids and the mentors involved and get information on how you can get your kid involved!\n\nIf you are a VT or NH FLL Team\, come jam with us and fine-tune your robots on the official Submerged playmat! Join us for aninformal day of prototyping\, where trial and error are all part of the process. Parents are welcome to watch as their children engage in real-time problem-solving.\nTeams Sign Up Here: https://forms.gle/GffDeLuEUj7qijUs5
URL:https://americanprecision.org/events/robo-jam/
LOCATION:Heritage Hall\, 47 G Company Rd\, Windsor\, VT\, 05089\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free Admission Event,Hands On Activities
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SUMMARY:Author Talk: Simon Winchester
DESCRIPTION:SOLD OUT \nSimon Winchester will be at the American Precision Museum to give a talk about his book The Perfectionists: How Precision Engineers Created the Modern World. \nAnother gem from one of the world’s justly celebrated historians specializing in unusual and always fascinating subjects and people.” — Booklist (starred review) \nThe revered New York Times bestselling author traces the development of technology from the Industrial Age to the Digital Age to explore the single component crucial to advancement—precision—in a superb history that is both an homage and a warning for our future. \nGet your copy here! \nThe rise of manufacturing could not have happened without an attention to precision. At the dawn of the Industrial Revolution in eighteenth-century England\, standards of measurement were established\, giving way to the development of machine tools—machines that make machines. Eventually\, the application of precision tools and methods resulted in the creation and mass production of items from guns and glass to mirrors\, lenses\, and cameras—and eventually gave way to further breakthroughs\, including gene splicing\, microchips\, and the Hadron Collider. \nSimon Winchester takes us back to origins of the Industrial Age\, to England where he introduces the scientific minds that helped usher in modern production: John Wilkinson\, Henry Maudslay\, Joseph Bramah\, Jesse Ramsden\, and Joseph Whitworth. It was Thomas Jefferson who later exported their discoveries to the fledgling United States\, setting the nation on its course to become a manufacturing titan. Winchester moves forward through time\, to today’s cutting-edge developments occurring around the world\, from America to Western Europe to Asia. \nAs he introduces the minds and methods that have changed the modern world\, Winchester explores fundamental questions. Why is precision important? What are the different tools we use to measure it? Who has invented and perfected it? Has the pursuit of the ultra-precise in so many facets of human life blinded us to other things of equal value\, such as an appreciation for the age-old traditions of craftsmanship\, art\, and high culture? Are we missing something that reflects the world as it is\, rather than the world as we think we would wish it to be? And can the precise and the natural co-exist in society? \nSimon Winchester is the acclaimed author of many books\, including The Professor and the Madman\, The Men Who United the States\, The Map That Changed the World\, The Man Who Loved China\, A Crack in the Edge of the World\, and Krakatoa\, all of which were New York Times bestsellers and appeared on numerous best and notable lists. In 2006\, Winchester was made an officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE) by Her Majesty the Queen. He resides in western Massachusetts.
URL:https://americanprecision.org/events/author-talk-simon-winchester/
LOCATION:American Precision Museum\, 196 Main St\, Windsor\, VT\, 05089\, United States
CATEGORIES:Museum Special Event,Speaker
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241020T133000
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SUMMARY:Walking Tour: How Windsor Changed the World\, and How the World Changed Windsor
DESCRIPTION:Local resident Jim Briand will explore the legacy of Windsor’s Robbins\, Kendall and Lawrence Armory from a fresh perspective.  Attendees will learn how the story of RKL\, a groundbreaking firm in the field of weaponry\, fits into the broader context of water-powered industry that transformed New England prior to the Civil War.  Particular focus will be given to the social impact of new technology\, and how the lives of Vermont workers were altered as traditional artisans moved into centralized\, mechanized workplaces. The tour will visit a series of sites around Windsor Village related to key developments in the RKL story\, followed by a talk inside the Armory.  Bring your walking shoes! Length is about 2 miles  \nBriand\, who moved to Windsor this past year\, has a long term interest in urban history in both large cities and rural factory towns. He previously developed walking tours on the history of Boston’s “lost neighborhood\,” the immigrant enclave of the West End\, the Civilian Conservation Corps in Greater Boston\, and the building of Route 128 through Boston’s urban forest\, the Blue Hills.  \nTickets are $20\, or free for Members when you use your member discount code. Sign up here
URL:https://americanprecision.org/events/walking-tour-how-windsor-changed-the-world-and-how-the-world-changed-windsor/
LOCATION:American Precision Museum\, 196 Main St\, Windsor\, VT\, 05089\, United States
CATEGORIES:Museum Special Event,Tour
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241026T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241026T160000
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SUMMARY:Spooky Makers: Glowing Circuits and Creepy Crafts
DESCRIPTION:Join us on October 26 from 10 AM to 4 PM for Spooky Makers: Glowing Circuits and Creepy Crafts—a drop-in event where kids can explore fun\, spooky STEM activities! Create glowing wands\, eerie LED accessories\, and build your own articulated hand while learning about circuits and engineering. Makers are just $5 each\, and supervisors attend free. Come and go as you please\, and get ready for a day full of eerie\, hands-on fun! \nActivities:\nMake your own robotic arm!\nCreate creepy friends!\nCraft a magical wand!\nAdd some glow to your costume!\nBring a Jack-o-lantern to life! \nDrop in or Pre-Register here
URL:https://americanprecision.org/events/spooky-makers-glowing-circuits-and-creepy-crafts/
LOCATION:American Precision Museum\, 196 Main St\, Windsor\, VT\, 05089\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hands On Activities,Museum Special Event
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250131
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SUMMARY:Art of Imagination
DESCRIPTION:Discover the artistry and ingenuity of the late Abraham Megerdichian\, whose intricate metal sculptures bring industrial materials to life in unexpected forms. Crafted from scrap metal\, this exhibition showcases an array of machined creations\, each one embodying Abraham’s skill and creativity. Explore over 25 sculptures\, each with its unique story and craftsmanship\, as you dive into a celebration of metalworking that transforms the ordinary into the extraordinary. \nAbraham Megerdichian was a Massachusetts-born artist\, machinist\, and first-generation Armenian American. Born in 1923 to Armenian immigrants\, Abraham graduated from Rindge Technical School in Cambridge before enlisting in the Navy\, where he served in the Pacific. His military experience and machine skills from school guided him in a lifelong career as a machinist. \nAbraham married\, raised three children in Cambridge\, and began making practical metal objects at home in the 1960s. From pans and candle holders to motorized woodworking machines\, his creations became more intricate over time. Eventually\, he began crafting everyday objects—like antique cars\, bicycles\, and telephones—from brass\, aluminum\, copper\, and stainless steel. Each sculpture was carefully machined\, often with moving parts or small elements that hint at the functionality of the real object. While many artists might focus on aesthetics\, Abraham’s background as a machinist led him to prioritize both form and mechanical integrity\, resulting in pieces that are beautiful to look at and technically impressive. His works\, originally created as gifts for family and friends\, were meant to be touched\, held\, and cherished—a unique blend of art and utility\, carefully crafted to make each recipient feel special. \nHis pieces are characterized by meticulous detail and surprising functionality. His miniature Antique Car showcases fine craftsmanship in the intricate assembly of brass\, aluminum\, and rubber. Violin with Bow and Case captures the delicacy of a musical instrument in solid metal. Abraham’s creations\, like the Cash Register and Candlestick Telephone\, evoke memories of iconic items from American life\, made timeless through his devotion to detail. \nThe exhibition “Art of Imagination” is a chance to experience these intimate works up close. Abraham’s art speaks to his dedication to craftsmanship\, his love for his family and friends\, and his passion for transforming something industrial into something deeply personal. His legacy invites us to see metal not just as a material for machinery but as a medium for storytelling\, memory\, and connection. \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://americanprecision.org/events/artofimagination/
CATEGORIES:Pop-Up Exhibit
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241214T100000
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SUMMARY:Holly Jolly Light-Up Workshop
DESCRIPTION:🎄✨ Get Ready for a Merry Making Celebration! ✨🎄 \nJoin us at the American Precision Museum on Thursday\, December 14th\, for a day filled with holiday magic and hands-on fun! \n🕙 When: 10 AM – 3 PM (Special guest Santa arrives at 1 PM!)\n📍 Where: American Precision Museum \nWhat’s Happening? \nCraft Your Own Light-Up Holiday Creations:\n• Design sparkling Christmas cards using LEDs\, copper tape\, and your creativity!\n• Customize laser-cut holiday shapes like gingerbread men and snowflakes into glowing ornaments.\n• Meet Santa at 1 PM: Snap a photo with the big guy himself!\n• Sweet Treats: Enjoy hot chocolate and candy canes while you craft and celebrate. \n💡 Admission:\n• Makers: $5 per participant (includes all supplies and activities!)\n• Adult Chaperones: Free \nBring your friends and family for this unforgettable day of innovation and festive cheer. Whether you’re a master maker or new to the crafting world\, there’s something for everyone. Let’s light up the holidays together! 🌟🎁 \nSee you there!
URL:https://americanprecision.org/events/holly-jolly-light-up-workshop/
LOCATION:American Precision Museum\, 196 Main St\, Windsor\, VT\, 05089\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hands On Activities
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250130T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250130T190000
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SUMMARY:Speaker Series: Abraham Megerdichian
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a talk about the artist Abraham Megerdichian given by his son\, Robert Megerdichian. Abraham Megerdichian was a Massachusetts-born artist\, machinist\, and first-generation Armenian American. Born in 1923 to Armenian immigrants\, Abraham graduated from Rindge Technical School in Cambridge before enlisting in the Navy\, where he served in the Pacific. His military experience and machine skills from school guided him in a lifelong career as a machinist. \nTicket Pre-Sale \nAbraham married\, raised three children in Cambridge\, and began making practical metal objects at home in the 1960s. From pans and candle holders to motorized woodworking machines\, his creations became more intricate over time. Eventually\, he began crafting everyday objects—like antique cars\, bicycles\, and telephones—from brass\, aluminum\, copper\, and stainless steel. Each sculpture was carefully machined\, often with moving parts or small elements that hint at the functionality of the real object. While many artists might focus on aesthetics\, Abraham’s background as a machinist led him to prioritize both form and mechanical integrity\, resulting in pieces that are beautiful to look at and technically impressive. His works\, originally created as gifts for family and friends\, were meant to be touched\, held\, and cherished—a unique blend of art and utility\, carefully crafted to make each recipient feel special.
URL:https://americanprecision.org/events/speaker-series-abraham-megerdichian/
LOCATION:American Precision Museum\, 196 Main St\, Windsor\, VT\, 05089\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speaker
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250217T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250221T140000
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SUMMARY:Engineers Week
DESCRIPTION:Join us throughout February break in celebration of Engineers Week. Bring your imagination and we’ll provide the materials and prompts for exciting engineering challenges and builds.\nDaily Activities from 11am – 2pm \nMonday 2/17 – Zipline Challenge\nDesign a vehicle powered by a wind-up propeller to travel as far as possible along a zipline. \nTuesday 2/18 – Water Wheel Build\nConnect with the origins of APM as you engineer the most powerful water wheel possible. \nWednesday 2/19 – Snow Structures*\nSnow is a wonderful building material. Learn about compression\, insulation\, and more as you build arches and other snow structures.\n*snow and weather permitting \nThursday 2/20 – Zipline Challenge\nDesign a vehicle powered by a wind-up propeller to travel as far as possible along a zipline. \nFriday 2/21 – Circuits & Solder\nLearn the basics of circuit design to turn on lights and spin motors. Then build your engineering and making skills as you practice soldering components together. \nProgram is free with Museum Admission\nBuy Admission in advance for Engineering Week
URL:https://americanprecision.org/events/engineers-week/
LOCATION:American Precision Museum\, 196 Main St\, Windsor\, VT\, 05089\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hands On Activities
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250414T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250425T130000
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SUMMARY:Spring Into Making
DESCRIPTION:🌱✨ Hands-on STEM Fun for April Break ✨🌱 \nMake time for Making this spring break! Join us from 10 AM – 1 PM for exciting hands-on activities that explore power\, motion\, and mechanics. Bring your creativity—we’ll supply the materials and inspiration! \nApril Break Maker Labs\nPower Up! (April 14 & 21)Spark curiosity as we explore battery basics! Use everyday materials to generate electricity and discover what powers the world around us. \nGrab Lab (April 15 & 24)Build a mechanical grabber using gears and linkages—just like robotic hands! Design and test\, your own working grabber. \nLift Off (April 17 & 25)Harness the power of water! Experiment with hydraulics and build a machine that moves using water pressure—think dump trucks\, forklifts\, and more! \nJoin us for making\, experimenting\, and discovery! 🚀
URL:https://americanprecision.org/events/springintomaking/
CATEGORIES:Hands On Activities
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250630
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250719
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SUMMARY:Summer Camp at APM
DESCRIPTION:This summer\, young makers\, designers\, and engineers can dive into hands-on creativity at the American Precision Museum! Our engaging camps blend innovation\, problem-solving\, and fun\, offering kids the chance to build\, design\, and explore the world of engineering. \n🎮 Arcade Camp\n \nGet creative with cardboard as we construct pinball machines. Engineer flippers and launchers\, design bumpers\, gates and obstacles\, and personalize with your own theme.\nJune 30 – July 3 (No camp July 4)\n9:00 AM – 1:00 PM\nFor rising 4th-6th graders\n$100 \n🎨 Design Camp\nRegister Now \nStep into the role of exhibit designer and be inspired by the machines and technology of APM. We’ll collaborate on creating innovative exhibits using design software\, hands-on prototyping\, and cutting-edge technologies in 3D printing and laser cutting.\nJuly 7 – July 11\n9:00 AM – 1:00 PM\nFor rising 6th-9th graders\n$125 \n🚀 Innovation Camp\nRegister Now \nIgnite creativity and build skills in a week of engineering and inventing! Campers explore real tools\, unique materials\, and hands-on projects while designing and building their own creations.\nJuly 14 – July 18\n9:00 AM – 1:00 PM\nFor rising 4th-6th graders\n$125 \nSpace is limited—reserve your spot today and get ready to build\, create\, and innovate!
URL:https://americanprecision.org/events/summer-camp-at-apm/
CATEGORIES:Hands On Activities
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250729
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SUMMARY:Starlight In Focus: The Precision and Ingenuity of Amateur Telescope Makers
DESCRIPTION:📅 On view mid-July\n📍 American Precision Museum\, Windsor\, VT \nThe American Precision Museum and Stellafane present a special temporary exhibit exploring the art and science of amateur telescope making. \nSee hand-ground telescope mirrors\, telescope-making tools\, and a 3D-printed homemade telescope—all part of a display that celebrates the craftsmanship\, creativity\, and engineering behind backyard astronomy. Learn how makers transform raw materials into instruments that reveal the stars. \nThis exhibit coincides with the annual Stellafane Convention in nearby Springfield\, July 24–27\, 2025.
URL:https://americanprecision.org/events/starlightinfocus/
CATEGORIES:Pop-Up Exhibit
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250916
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SUMMARY:Five Machines for 2025
DESCRIPTION:A little over a year ago\, a book on the history of mills and early American manufacturing came into the hands of visual artist Mark W. Mulherrin. While the book featured few images\, it was the photographs of water-powered grist mill interiors that captured his imagination. These images became the inspiration for a series of paintings\, and later\, dimensional cardboard works he describes as “2.5D”—blending the physical depth of cardboard with the illusionistic techniques of classical perspective. \nThe five machines currently on view came later. They are based on 19th-century engravings of industrial machinery\, reimagined in painted cardboard. For Mulherrin\, the act of coaxing steel machines out of paper was a compelling challenge. The tension between the materials—ephemeral and fragile paper used to depict heavy\, durable iron—creates what he calls a “wonderful confusion.” Each machine becomes a kind of portrait\, imbued with personality\, function\, and a life of its own. While Mulherrin doesn’t claim to understand the machines’ precise purposes\, he finds them endlessly fascinating from an aesthetic and intuitive standpoint. His admiration for the original machinists and engineers has only deepened through this process. “It’s one thing to make them out of cardboard—challenging\, but not an exact science\,” he says. “To make them for real… I can’t imagine this.” \nAll works are available for purchase. Inquiries can be directed to markmulherrin@gmail.com or Lisa Yordy at the American Precision Museum. 20% of proceeds will be donated to the Museum. \nMark W. Mulherrin is a visual artist based in North Adams\, Massachusetts.
URL:https://americanprecision.org/events/five-machines-for-2025/
LOCATION:American Precision Museum\, 196 Main St\, Windsor\, VT\, 05089\, United States
CATEGORIES:Pop-Up Exhibit
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250823T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250823T140000
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SUMMARY:Attic Finds Sale
DESCRIPTION:Special Hours: 9:00 am – 2:00 for the sale\nWe’re making space for something big—our brand-new education and conference space—and that means it’s time for a serious clean-out! Head up to our Second Floor and explore a trove of surplus tools\, books\, machines\, mechanical parts\, and other antique odds and ends. \nNothing of significant historic value is being sold—just materials that no longer fit our mission or exhibit plans. As part of our Floor 2 the Future renovation\, we’re reducing our collection to focus on what matters most. Now’s your chance to own a piece of the past that didn’t quite make it to the museum floor!
URL:https://americanprecision.org/events/attic-finds-sale/
LOCATION:American Precision Museum\, 196 Main St\, Windsor\, VT\, 05089\, United States
CATEGORIES:Museum Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250823T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250823T140000
DTSTAMP:20260408T081258
CREATED:20250626T134447Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250627T163014Z
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SUMMARY:Rotary Ducky Derby at APM
DESCRIPTION:Get ready for some splashing fun! Every year\, the Windsor Rotary Club races a flock of rubber duckies down the Mill Brook—and this year\, the ducks are coming right by the museum! Rotary has also generously decided that a portion of the proceeds will support the American Precision Museum’s Floor 2 the Future campaign to transform our second floor into a dynamic education and exhibition space. \n🎉 Come for the race\, stay for the fun\, and cheer on your duck as it races for glory—and great prizes! \n🐥 Adopt a duck: \n\n$5 per duck\n$20 for a Quack Pack of 5 ducks\nTickets available now at the museum front desk\n\n🏢 Businesses:Sponsor a $50 oversized corporate ducky\, decorate it\, and race for bragging rights! All corporate ducks will be showcased on social media\, and the winning business duck takes home a $50 cash prize. \n🏆 Race Prizes: \n\n1st Place: $300\n2nd Place: $200\n3rd Place: $100\nLast Duck Across the Finish Line: $25\n\nTo learn more or sponsor a duck\, visit Windsor Rotary’s website\, email Devon at dkuhrau@americanprecison.org\, or stop by the American Precision Museum. Don’t miss this quacky community tradition for a great cause!
URL:https://americanprecision.org/events/rotary-ducky-derby-at-apm/
LOCATION:American Precision Museum\, 196 Main St\, Windsor\, VT\, 05089\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250907T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250907T170000
DTSTAMP:20260408T081258
CREATED:20250805T153138Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250820T191457Z
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SUMMARY:Micrometer Day
DESCRIPTION:On September 7\, 1848\, Jean Laurent Palmer patented the first handheld micrometer in France—and changed the face of precision forever. This September 7\, we’re declaring it: Micrometer Day at the American Precision Museum! \nBring your favorite micrometer—vintage or new\, well-worn or pristine—and get 10% off admission and store purchases. Swap stories. Show off your tools. Meet fellow measurement enthusiasts. Whether you use your micrometer daily or inherited one from Grandpa Joe\, we want to see it. \nFrom classic tool buffs to next-gen makers\, we’re calling all lovers of fine tolerances to celebrate the unsung hero of the machine shop.
URL:https://americanprecision.org/events/micrometer-day/
LOCATION:American Precision Museum\, 196 Main St\, Windsor\, VT\, 05089\, United States
CATEGORIES:Museum Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251025T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251025T140000
DTSTAMP:20260408T081258
CREATED:20250820T141900Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T171328Z
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SUMMARY:Robo Jam 2: Unearthed!
DESCRIPTION:Robo Jam 2: Dig Into the World of FIRST LEGO League UNEARTHED!\nJoin the American Precision Museum for Robo Jam 2—a hands-on celebration of robotics\, creativity\, and discovery! This year’s FIRST LEGO League challenge\, UNEARTHED\, invites young engineers and explorers to uncover hidden treasures\, solve mysteries\, and bring big ideas to life. \nAt Robo Jam 2\, you’ll: \n\nExplore the official FIRST LEGO League playmats\nTest your skills with fun robotics challenges\nMeet the teams\, kids\, and mentors who are digging into innovation every day\n\nTeams sign up here! \nWhether you’re curious about joining a team\, cheering on local students\, or just want to get your hands on the action\, Robo Jam 2 is the perfect place to start. \n📅 October 25 \n📍 Heritage Hall\n56 Company G Road\, Windsor\, VT\n43.480705\, -72.386721 \nThe dig starts here—are you ready to unearth your next adventure?
URL:https://americanprecision.org/events/robo-jam-2-unearthed/
CATEGORIES:Museum Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251029T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251029T170000
DTSTAMP:20260408T081258
CREATED:20250924T171521Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T171750Z
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SUMMARY:Spooky Makers: Afterschool Costume Lab
DESCRIPTION:Get your creativity in gear this Halloween! Join us for a special mid-week after-school maker event where kids can design and build their own costume components using our laser cutter\, building materials\, and hands-on guidance from expert makers. \nNot feeling crafty? No problem! We’ll also have spooky activities and treats\, so everyone can enjoy some Halloween fun. Perfect for kids looking to get a jump on their costumes or just enjoy a festive\, hands-on afternoon. \nOpen to all kids—homeschoolers\, after-school participants\, and anyone ready for a little Halloween making magic!
URL:https://americanprecision.org/events/costumelab1/
CATEGORIES:Hands On Activities
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251030T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251030T170000
DTSTAMP:20260408T081258
CREATED:20250924T171628Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T171633Z
UID:5053-1761832800-1761843600@americanprecision.org
SUMMARY:Spooky Makers: Afterschool Costume Lab
DESCRIPTION:Get your creativity in gear this Halloween! Join us for a special mid-week after-school maker event where kids can design and build their own costume components using our laser cutter\, building materials\, and hands-on guidance from expert makers. \nNot feeling crafty? No problem! We’ll also have spooky activities and treats\, so everyone can enjoy some Halloween fun. Perfect for kids looking to get a jump on their costumes or just enjoy a festive\, hands-on afternoon. \nOpen to all kids—homeschoolers\, after-school participants\, and anyone ready for a little Halloween making magic!
URL:https://americanprecision.org/events/costumelab2/
CATEGORIES:Hands On Activities
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251111
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251112
DTSTAMP:20260408T081258
CREATED:20251111T183821Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251111T183821Z
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SUMMARY:Giving Tuesday – Support the American Precision Museum
DESCRIPTION:Join us this Giving Tuesday to support the American Precision Museum’s Precision Fund! Your gift powers hands-on learning\, preserves historic machines\, and inspires the next generation of makers. Every donation helps keep innovation and history alive.
URL:https://americanprecision.org/events/giving-tuesday-support-the-american-precision-museum/
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260109
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SUMMARY:Rigging Day
DESCRIPTION:A lot of machines need to move! That requires bigger machines and a lot of space. The museum will be closed to visitors these days to ensure safety of the riggers\, visitors\, and staff. Thank you for your understanding.
URL:https://americanprecision.org/events/rigging-day/
CATEGORIES:Museum Special Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260223
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260227
DTSTAMP:20260408T081258
CREATED:20260123T203837Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T150115Z
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SUMMARY:Engineers Week 2026
DESCRIPTION:Engineers Week @ APM\nWinter Break Programs | February 2026 \nCelebrate Engineers Week with hands-on challenges designed to spark curiosity\, creativity\, and problem-solving. Throughout February break\, families are invited to drop in and explore engineering through building\, testing\, and playful experimentation. Bring your imagination and we’ll provide the materials\, tools\, and prompts to get you started. \nThese activities are designed to be flexible and welcoming\, with challenges that can be adjusted for different abilities and interests. Families can join for 30 minutes or stay longer as projects grow and ideas evolve. All programs are included with museum admission. \n⌚ Monday\, Wednesday\, and Thursday\, 11 am–2 pm📍 American Precision Museum\, Windsor\, VT👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Families (adult supervision required)🎟️ Included with museum admission \n\nMonday\, February 23: Maze Craze\nDesign and build a handheld marble maze filled with twists\, turns\, and clever traps. Families will start with a laser-cut base and add walls\, obstacles\, and pitfalls to guide a steel marble through the maze. Magnetic traps introduce an extra layer of challenge as you test\, refine\, and re-engineer your design. \n\nWednesday\, February 25: Catapult Challenge\nExplore the power of precision and interchangeable parts as you construct mini-catapults using laser-cut wooden pieces. Test how changes to tension\, angle\, and arm length affect performance\, then scale up your thinking. Using everyday building materials\, families will design and build larger launchers to fling Nerf balls toward hoops and bucket targets. \n\nThursday\, February 26: Marble Roller Coasters\nEngineer a marble raceway using sturdy piers\, ramps\, and supports. Experiment with curves\, slopes\, and loops\, and add interactive features like gates\, spinners\, and switchbacks. With pre-scored components and inspiration pieces available\, families can build simple runs or challenge themselves with more complex designs. \n\nPlan your visit and spend February break discovering how engineering turns ideas into action.
URL:https://americanprecision.org/events/engineersweek2026/
CATEGORIES:Hands On Activities,Museum Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260420T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260420T140000
DTSTAMP:20260408T081258
CREATED:20260401T203113Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T203113Z
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SUMMARY:Marble Rollercoaster - Spring Break Program
DESCRIPTION:Build a marble raceway as you engineer sturdy piers and ramps\, experiment with curves and loops\, and add playful features like gates\, spinners\, and switchbacks.  \nWe’ll have pre-scored paper and chipboard stands and ramps for families to construct a marble raceway. We’ll have examples of different components they can attempt to engineer into their designs (curves\, loops\, switches\, gates\, spinners\, etc)
URL:https://americanprecision.org/events/marble-rollercoaster/
CATEGORIES:Hands On Activities
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260421T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260421T140000
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CREATED:20260401T203221Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T203221Z
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SUMMARY:Zipline Challenge - Spring Break Program
DESCRIPTION:Design a gravity powered vehicle to successfully roll (not slide) along a wire zipline. Explore balance and stability as you try to make it all the way down.  \nWe will stretch a wire across the room. Builders will figure out how to get something to balance and then roll along the wire.
URL:https://americanprecision.org/events/zipline-challenge-spring-break-program/
CATEGORIES:Hands On Activities
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T150000
DTSTAMP:20260408T081259
CREATED:20260212T170022Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T202500Z
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SUMMARY:Members' Preview Day
DESCRIPTION:It’s almost time for summer hours again! To celebrate\, we’re planning a members-only preview day on Saturday\, April 25\, the weekend before summer hours begin. This special event will offer exclusive access to the museum\, along with a casual mixer as our way of saying thank you. We look forward to welcoming you into the space ahead of the general public and sharing what your support has helped make possible.
URL:https://americanprecision.org/events/members-preview-day/
CATEGORIES:Free Admission Event,Museum Special Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260629
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260704
DTSTAMP:20260408T081259
CREATED:20260320T191448Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260320T191448Z
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SUMMARY:Summer Camp Week 1
DESCRIPTION:Details coming soon!
URL:https://americanprecision.org/events/summer-camp-week-1/
LOCATION:American Precision Museum\, 196 Main St\, Windsor\, VT\, 05089\, United States
CATEGORIES:Summer Maker Days
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260706
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260711
DTSTAMP:20260408T081259
CREATED:20260320T193614Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260320T193614Z
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SUMMARY:Summer Camp Week 2
DESCRIPTION:Details coming soon!
URL:https://americanprecision.org/events/summer-camp-week-2/
CATEGORIES:Summer Maker Days
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