Connecticut Antique Machinery Association
4.9· 248 Google reviews
At a Glance
- TypeHeritage railroad & tourist attraction
- LocationCT
- Rating4.9 ★248 Google reviews
- UpcomingFri, Sep 25
About Connecticut Antique Machinery Association
Riding the 3‑foot (0.91 m) narrow‑gauge line on the museum grounds offers a glimpse of early industrial transport, as an authentic steam locomotive imported from Hawaii circles the 14‑acre Kent, Connecticut site. The museum showcases historic machinery, including internal‑combustion engines, steam power, agricultural tools and logging equipment, all set amid restored buildings that illustrate the region’s engineering heritage. Visitors explore a living collection that preserves and demonstrates the technology of past centuries.
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Plan Your Visit
- ParkingFree lot
- AccessibilityWheelchair-accessible entrance · accessible restroom · accessible parking
- HoursMonday: ClosedTuesday: ClosedWednesday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PMThursday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PMFriday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PMSaturday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PMSunday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Find the Depot
The Trains
The museum’s grounds include a 3‑foot (0.91 m) narrow‑gauge railroad that runs on a short track loop. An operating steam locomotive, originally built for service in Hawaii, provides motive power for the line.
History
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The Connecticut Antique Machinery Association originates from a local hobbyist group that formally organized in 1984. The following year, the association opened its doors to the public in September 1985 on a 14‑acre site in Kent, Connecticut.
Around the Depot
Connecticut's Connecticut Antique Machinery Association is close to the Railroad Museum of New England (RMNE) about 21 mi off and the Danbury Railway Museum roughly 24 mi away.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Connecticut Antique Machinery Association located?
Connecticut Antique Machinery Association is located in CT.
How do I get tickets to Connecticut Antique Machinery Association?
Tickets and current schedules are available on the operator's official website at http://www.ctamachinery.com/.
When is the next event at Connecticut Antique Machinery Association?
The next scheduled event is "Fall Festival" on Friday, September 25, 2026. See the full upcoming-events list on this page.