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Founded in 1989. The museum has 16 hands-on S.T.E.A.M. exhibits, a 20,000 ft 2 Outdoor Discovery Area, field trips, STEM Workshops, membership opportunities, summer camps, and educational programs in the sciences, arts, and humanities.
A.C. Gilbert's Discovery Village. Salem, Oregon. Alfred C. Gilbert was born in Salem and went on to invent dozens of toys, most notably the Erector Set (the Lego of its day). He was so powerful that he personally convinced the Wilson administration not to ban the production of metal toys during World War I. The Discovery Village was built long ...
- 116 Marion St. NE, Salem, OR
A museum in Gilbert's birthplace of Salem, Oregon, A. C. Gilbert's Discovery Village, is named in his honor. The museum comprises several historic structures, including the house of Gilbert's uncle Andrew T. Gilbert.
Gilbert House Children's Museum (formerly known as A.C. Gilbert's Discovery Village) is a private nonprofit children's museum connected to downtown Salem's Riverfront Park. Founded in 1989, Gilbert House provides innovative and stimulating educational experiences which spark children's natural curiosity. The Museum's mission is to "inspire ...
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- 116 Marion St NE, Salem, 97301-3437, Oregon
Oct 2, 2019 · A.C. Gilbert’s Discovery Village (Salem) A.C. Gilbert’s Discovery Village, located on Salem’s riverfront, is one of the best children’s museums around. My kids and I have played here several times, and each time it was a unique experience.
A.C. Gilbert's Discovery Village - Silver Falls Library District. Loan/Use Parameters. Check out at Adult Reference Desk. Admits up to 5 people. 3-day checkout period. Patrons may reserve a pass up to one month in advance by calling 503-873-8796. Pass is available 1 time per year per family.
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Known as the "man who saved Christmas," Salem's A. C. Gilbert may not be familiar to most people, but the toy he invented, the Erector Set, certainly is. Erector Sets have inspired generations of budding engineers, and it was during World War I that Gilbert saved Christmas.
