Craftsmanship Museum, Technology museum in Carlsbad, California.
The Craftsmanship Museum is a technology museum in Carlsbad, California, featuring hundreds of handcrafted miniature objects on display. The collection includes working engines, aircraft models, architectural reproductions, and mechanical pieces created through detailed metalworking and woodworking.
The museum started in 1997 as an online initiative by Joe Martin and grew into a physical location over the following years. It has evolved through different homes before settling in Carlsbad, where it continues to welcome visitors.
The museum celebrates handcrafted miniatures created by artisans from around the world who share a passion for precision work. You can see how traditional skills and modern engineering come together in each piece.
The museum is accessible to all visitors and offers a welcoming experience. Check the opening days and hours before planning your visit to ensure you arrive during operating times.
The collection features remarkable handcrafted miniature vehicles assembled from thousands of individual parts that builders have carefully constructed over many years. These detailed reproductions are often engineered so precisely that all components actually work.
Location: California
Inception: 2006
Website: http://craftsmanshipmuseum.com
GPS coordinates: 33.13260,-117.23800
Latest update: December 12, 2025 09:03
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