Mattatuck Museum, Art and history museum in Waterbury, Connecticut.
Description
The Mattatuck Museum is an art and history institution in Waterbury that focuses on regional heritage and creative works. Its galleries present artworks and artifacts that document the area's industrial development and artistic achievements.
History
The museum was founded in 1877 as the Mattatuck Historical Society to preserve regional history. It has documented the economic and cultural development of Waterbury and the Naugatuck Valley since that time.
Culture
The museum displays works by Connecticut artists and documents how the region developed its artistic traditions over generations. Visitors see how local creators captured their surroundings and heritage through their work.
Practical
Visitors should allow time to explore the various galleries and read the informative labels to understand the exhibits fully. The museum also offers guided tours that provide deeper insights into the collections.
Did you know?
The museum preserves a remarkable collection of around 10,000 buttons from the former Waterbury Button Company. These buttons tell the story of an industry that once powered the city.
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