Waterworksmuseum.org Website Review

the waterworks museum interprets unique stories of one of the country's first metropol*tan water systems through exhibitions and. educational programs on engineering, architecture, social history, and public health. the metropol*tan waterworks museum is pleased to announce the opening of workers of wachusett, 1896 -1906, the new exhibit in the overlook gallery at the waterworks museum. the exhibit will be on display through the spring of 2019. the exhibit is designed to appeal to visitors of all ages and there are accompanying interactive materials that will engage and educate the centerpiece of the waterworks museum is its collection of steam engines. three original coal-powered, steam-driven water pumps are preserved at the museum and are monuments to 19th century technology and innovation. leavitt, worthington, and allis stand in the great engines hall and reach more than 3 stories tall. walk around each and see the multitude of perfectly engineered parts that pumped million gallons of freshwater a day into the city of boston. more about the great engines hall metropol*tan waterworks museum, inc  •  2450 beacon street, boston, ma 02467  •