Original patents, drawings, portraits, machines, and tools will be a part of this celebration of ingenuity, primarily focused on those in the Machine Tool Hall of Fame. The American Precision […]
All through June! If you're a member of APM (at any level), you can visit McAuliffe-Shepard Discovery Center for free in June! The McAuliffe-Shepard Discovery Center is an air and […]
Tech Camp through River Valley Technical Center in Springfield will be coming to APM as part of its curriculum. The River Valley Technical Center is excited to partner with the […]
Celebrate the power of making with the American Precision Museum at an event that will feature some of the region’s finest model engineers, artists, machinists, and STEM educators on Saturday, […]
Antique Auto August at APM: We have two antique cars and one cutaway engine on display in our lobby: 1910 Sears Highwheeler (on loan from VAE) 1911 IHC Auto Wagon […]
APM will be at IMTS Smartforce Student Summit in Chicago! The museum is still open, but if you happen to be attending IMTS come say hello to our staff!
We're pleased to announce the return of Museum Day on September 17, 2022. Museum Day is an annual celebration of boundless curiosity hosted by Smithsonian magazine. Participating museums - like […]
We invite young makers to create a spooky story set in or about the American Precision Museum. It's fun and simple! Think about the sounds, smells, textures, and feel of […]
Celebrate the power of making with the American Precision Museum at an event that will feature some of the region’s finest model engineers, artists, machinists, and STEM educators on Saturday, […]
You’ll see examples of mechanical principles in the machines that were modified, utilized, and refined to achieve the successes of the industrial revolution and modern applications of science and technology. […]
On Valentine's Day, show us your love! We are launching a 24-hour online fundraiser to reach our aim of $4,000 in support of the museum we all love. An average […]
Before every talented engineer began their career, they were a kid. Join us in inspiring the next generation of engineers at our Kids' Day of Engineering. This event is free, […]