Things To Do & See at Timexpo
Learn…
…about Waterbury Clock’s many time-related inventions as you view our collection of clocks and pocket watches manufactured in Waterbury starting in the mid-1800s. Witness the impact of economics, marketing, major historical events and innovations as you journey through our history and the resulting modern day technologies.
Discover…
…the role of the Waterbury Clock Company and its workers during the war efforts. Some of the earliest wristwatches were made by Waterbury Clock for the US Army for World War I. See fuses and other defense products manufactured by Waterbury Clock during World War II to help the Allies win the war.
Reminisce…
…over the nostalgic Timex torture test commercials featuring John Cameron Swayze and the origin of Timex’s famous slogan. Experience the boat motor test first-hand!
Journey…
…through a Time Tunnel back to the ancient world and marvel over the mysteries of Easter Island and connections across the seas in our “Coincidences or Connections” exhibit based on the explorations of Thor Heyerdahl. Visit the water table, a model of the Pacific Ocean, where you can experiment sailing boats with and against the currents. Learn about the Mounds of North America and their relationship to other mounds and pyramids around the world.
Activities & Presentations
Participate in our Tools of Time presentation and learn about the history of timekeeping and some of the instruments that have been used throughout the ages: shadow sticks, sundials, water clocks, sand glasses and tower clocks.
Make a Real Clock Activity. Visitors of all ages can decorate and assemble their very own working clock.
Create a Paper Wrist Watch Activity. Participate in an assembly line resulting in a finished product.
