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A Museum Built for Makers

https://craftsmanshipmuseum.com

Visit the Museum

Thursday through Saturday, 9 AM to 4 PM
3190 Lionshead Avenue, Carlsbad, California
Phone: 760-727-9492
Admission is Free (Donations gratefully accepted)

The Carlsbad Engineering Museum is a celebration of invention, curiosity, and the creative minds who push the boundaries of what’s possible. Whether you’re a lifelong tinkerer, a parent looking for an engaging family outing, or simply someone who loves discovering hidden gems, this museum deserves a spot on your San Diego itinerary.

The museum does a fantastic job blending cutting-edge tech with historical context, helping visitors appreciate how far engineering has come—and how much farther it can go.

You’ll find exhibits covering a wide range of topics: Robotics & Automation – Watch small-scale robots navigate mazes, respond to sensors, and demonstrate the fundamentals of programming. Mechanical Engineering – Explore gears, pulleys, levers, and other simple machines with build-your-own mechanisms that kids and adults both love. Electricity & Circuits – Snap together circuits, power lights and buzzers, or try your hand at wiring more complex components. Aerospace & Flight – Learn the science behind lift and drag, and put your knowledge to the test in flight simulators or paper-airplane wind tunnels. Engineering History – Discover early inventions that shaped modern technology, from vintage drafting tools to early computing devices. The museum does a fantastic job blending cutting-edge tech with historical context, helping visitors appreciate how far engineering has come—and how much farther it can go.
You’ll find exhibits covering a wide range of topics:
Robotics & Automation – Watch small-scale robots navigate mazes, respond to sensors, and demonstrate the fundamentals of programming.
Mechanical Engineering – Explore gears, pulleys, levers, and other simple machines with build-your-own mechanisms that kids and adults both love.
Electricity & Circuits – Snap together circuits, power lights and buzzers, or try your hand at wiring more complex components.
Aerospace & Flight – Learn the science behind lift and drag, and put your knowledge to the test in flight simulators or paper-airplane wind tunnels.
Engineering History – Discover early inventions that shaped modern technology, from vintage drafting tools to early computing devices.
The museum does a fantastic job blending cutting-edge tech with historical context, helping visitors appreciate how far engineering has come—and how much farther it can go.