Mattatuck Museum

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Location: Connecticut

Inception: 1877

Address: 144 W Main Street, Waterbury, CT, 06702-1216

Phone: +12037530381

Website: http://mattatuckmuseum.org

GPS coordinates: 41.55720,-73.04310

Latest update: December 13, 2025 12:25