Eric Sloane, (d.1985) artist, writer, tool collector, donated these early American tools on exhibit here. They're arranged by him to highlight their artistry and to illustrate the early settler's reverence for wood and skill and ingenuity in designing tools. It tells a story about our forefathers and the great American heritage of craftsmanship. Adjacent is the ruins of the Kent Iron Furnace, which produced pig iron 1826-1895. The ruins of the furnace, with its granite blocks and Gothic arch, can be seen just below the museum.
Location:
Kent Connecticut
Telephone
860-927-3849
Other History nearby:
(Litchfield) All Wars Memorial
(Madison) Allis-Bushnell House and Museum
(Bristol) American Clock and Watch Museum
(New Haven) Amistad Memorial
(Hartford) Ancient Burying Ground
(Cheshire) Baker Character, Comic & Cartoon Museum
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02/21 Coming to The Kent area
Hebron Maple Festival Hebron CT March16-17 Each year thousands of people come from miles around to enjoy and experience the weekend of maple related events.
Connecticut Sheep, Wool and Fiber Festival Vernon CT April27 The festival, started in 1909 by the CT Sheep Breeders Association, as a program ""to promote the keeping of sheep in Connecticut"", has evolved and expanded into a premier sheep and fiber festival by providing exhibits, demonstrations and over 60 vendors from the sheep, wool and fiber arena.
Connecticut Sheep and Wool Festival vernon CT April27 The festival started in 1909 by the CT Sheep Breeders Association as a program “to promote the keeping of sheep in Connecticut” has evolved and expanded into a premier sheep and fiber festival.
Contemporary Art Fair Connecticut Norwalk CT April27-28 Modeled after our two sucessful NYC shows at the Javits Center. Each of the two shows will have approximately 100 exhibitors.
World's Largest Pancake Breakfast Springfield MA May11 Main Street in Downtown Springfield is turned into the largest pancake breakfast anywhere!
Massachusetts Sheep and Woolcraft Cummington MA May25-26 All Massachusetts sheep producers and woolcraft enthusiasts are invited to participate in this event. Camping is available on the grounds for vendors and exhibitors.
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