This exhibit will explore Jackson’s rich manufacturing tradition and tell the stories of how manufacturers have overcome challenges by working together through the past, present, and future of manufacturing. Visitors will also discover the interesting variety of products that have been manufactured in Jackson and be able to interact through hands on gallery activities.

In collaboration with JAMA,  the Ella will host “Engineering Is Elementary” and “Family Engineering Day”. Engineering Is Elementary program will run every Saturday from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. for the duration of the exhibit. The program will include Catching the Wind: Designing Windmills for K-2 Graders, February 11 – March 3 and Making Work Easier for 3-5 graders, March 10 – April 14.   The cost is $25 per student, and scholarships are available. For more information call 517-782-8268 or email Olivia Firmingham (oirmingham2enterprisgroup.org). This year’s Sugaring and Shearing on March 25 will include “Family Engineering Day”, where  children and their families are encouraged to take part in free hands on projects to build simple machines.

For more information on our upcoming events, contact the Ella Sharp Museum at 517-787-2320 or ellasharp.org.