Made in America: Power

Discover the great innovators from the 18th to 20th centuries who made America a manufacturing superpower.

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Explore the legacy of American innovators from the 18th to 20th centuries who made America a manufacturing superpower. The exhibit includes hundreds of artifacts such as the Newcomen Engine, Highland Park Engine, and even Edison’s Last Breath.

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Made in America: Power

Check out some of the amazing inventions you'll see first-hand when you take a journey through our Made in America: Power exhibit in Henry Ford Museum.

1916 Gas-Steam Engine

Ford's mass production wouldn't have been possible without the electricity generated by engines like this.  

Gothic Revival Beam Engine

In the mid-1880s, steam power had become so common that it began to incorporate decorative design, in this case, incorporating Gothic design elements.  

Stationary Steam Engine

This early mill steam engine boasts decorative detail and vibrant color.  

American Marine Beam Engine Model

Many American steam-powered ships used walking beam engines.  

Generate Power

Kids learn how to use power to generate electricity.