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Welcome
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The historic Village of Milan is the birthplace of Thomas A. Edison and recognized by the National Trust as a Distinctive Destination. Visitors to the Milan Museum will learn a history rich in progress and creativity. Milestones in both history and invention are displayed in the history galleries. Explore the rise of the Milan Canal through the genius of Thomas Edison! The new glass galleries explore European and American glass from the earliest piece in the collection of Roman glass through the works of contemporary, local artists. The Milan Museum offers a day exploring historic buildings, filled with engaging exhibits and hands-on activities. Special events and programs for the whole family all year!
“Nurtured in this little village of Milan, was that inquisitive young Thomas ‘Al’ Edison whose discoveries probably made the greatest impact on the world of any inventor in history.”
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Exhibits
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Galpin Glass
Sayles
Coulton Dolls
Newton Arts
Hoover Innovation
Sisty Blacksmith
Lockwood Smith & Co.
Galleries
The Milan Museum offers a day exploring historic buildings, filled with engaging exhibits and hands-on activities. Special events and programs for the whole family all year!
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Newton Arts Gallery
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Mildred Smith Coulton Doll
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Sayles Gallery
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Galpin Glass
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UPCOMING EVENTS
Join us at one of the upcoming events at the Milan History Museum!
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01
Mar, 2024
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March Art Kit
10 Edison DriveMarch 1 @ 12:00 pm - March 31 @ 5:00 pm
Create your very own string art piece! Pick-up your free art kit in the Lockwood, Smith, & Co. Gift Shop during
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14
Apr, 2024
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April Community Day
10 Edison DriveApril 14 @ 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Join us for April Community Day on Sunday, April 14, 2024 and tour the museum for free from 12-5 pm!
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