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This is the official site of the Connecticut Antique Machinery Association (CAMA)
located in Kent, CT

Please bookmark this site and return often for updates

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The Latest News from CAMA
(last update on 5/4/08)

Check out our Upcoming Events Calendar for new dates
See our Blacksmith Shop Construction Page 1 and the latest Update Page 2
For 2008, CAMA's Fall Festival is a 3 Day Event! (Click for 2008 Fall Festival Page)

Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, September 26-28, 2008 Join us at CAMA's New Expanded Fall Festival	UPDATE! Construction now complete on our New Blacksmith Shop Exhibit

Click here to go to the 2008 Fall Festival Page	Click here to go to the Blacksmith Shop Construction Update Page

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CAMA Home Page Directory
Click on the Highlighted Link of Interest

What is CAMA?
How Do I Find CAMA?
Calendar of Events
Admission Fees/Group Programs
When is CAMA Open to the Public?
How Do I Become a Member of CAMA?
Photo Essays About CAMA Events
CAMA Photo Album
Volunteering at CAMA
History and Future of CAMA
Items for Sale
Searching the World
Links to Other Sites of Interest
Contact CAMA
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What is CAMA?

The Connecticut Antique Machinery Association is a non-profit museum dedicated to the preservation, restoration and demonstration of antique machinery from our rich industrial and agricultural past. CAMA is an all-volunteer organization.

Our main focus is to educate the general public as to early industrial and agricultural methods. Our museum currently has eight main areas of focus with exhibits relating to each area. Click on each heading below to link to a page describing each area. CAMA is a living museum meaning that most of our exhibits are operable. See our Calendar of Events to find out when live demonstrations are available.

(Click on photo or title of interest to link to new page)

	The Industrial Hall of Steam Power - Industrial Steam Engines	In our Industrial Hall, we house a large collection of stationary steam engines. Most of these engines are operable and they run three or four times a year at events listed on our calendar. They can also be steamed up by special advance request for a nominal charge. One of our finest examples of industrial steam is the late 1800's Noble T. Greene engine with an impressive 12 foot diameter flywheel. This engine was used for many years to power the Tiffany & Pickett Company wood products mill in Winsted, CT.
	3 Foot Gauge Railroad - featuring Hawaii Railway Co. #5	Live steam and operating deisel locomotives. Railroads were the revolution in transportation that were vital to the Industrial Revolution. Before paved roads, railroads were the preferred method of moving raw materials, finished goods and people. CAMA's operating 3 foot gauge railroad pays homage to this important mode of transportation which fueled America's ascendancy to lead the world in industry. Hawaii Railway Co. #5, a 1925 Baldwin steam locomotive, was used in the sugar cane fields of Hawaii to move cane to the processing mill. A variety of other locomotives and rolling stock fill out this exhibit area.
	Diebold Agricultural Hall - Farm Equipment and Mechanical Implements	We have a diverse collection of tractors, all predating 1950. These include gasoline, dual fuel, and steam powered contrivences dating back to the late 1800's. In addition, we have a large collection of farm-related implements.
	Large Internal Combustion Engines	CAMA has an extensive collection of large internal combustion engines. These engines vary in complexity from relatively simple "hit and miss" single cylinder engines up to a giant 5 cylinder Wolverine diesel, built in Bridgeport, CT and standing 10 feet tall. Engines span the early years of internal combustion from the time when this mode of power was replacing steam as the power source of choice.
	Small Internal Combustion Engines	One of CAMA's newest exhibits is the Small Engine Shop located in the Diebold Agricultural Hall. This exhibit houses a wide variety of small gasoline engines that were very common in the early part of the last century. Dozens of different engines are on permanent display in a space reminescent of a small town repair shop.
	The Connecticut Museum of Mining & Mineral Science	Connecticut's importance to the development of industry in the United States can be traced back to its abundant natural resources. Even before the discovery of iron in Pennsylvania, Connecticut was one of the main producers of this strategically critical metal. The Litchfield Hills are dotted with the ghosts of our early iron industry, and the Mining Museum chronicles it's ascendancy. Also here, is one of the most extensive collections of Connecticut minerals on display in the state. Plan to visit this newly enlarged and improved exhibit space.
	The Cream Hill Agricultural School	Founded in 1845 by Dr. Samuel Gold and his son Theodore in Cornwall, CT, this school is one of the earliest schools dedicated to the teaching of scientific agriculture in the United States. Theodore S. Gold, after the death of his father in 1869, closed the Cream Hill Agricultural School. Theodore later became involved as a trustee and served on the subcommittee entrusted with the organization of the Storrs Agricultural School which eventually became the University of Connecticut.
	Road Construction and Earth Moving Equipment	Road rollers, both steam and internal combustion. Cranes, shovels and backhoes. Road graders and pile drivers. Well drilling and bulldozing. CAMA displays a broad variety of construction and earth moving equipment, many pieces which are still in use on a regular basis at our site in Kent, CT.

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How Do I Find CAMA?

The Connecticut Antique Machinery Association is located in Kent, CT on U.S. Rt. 7 less than a mile north of the center of town. Kent is located in the scenic Litchfield Hills in the Northwest portion of the state. As you head north on Rt. 7 out of town, CAMA is on the left or west side of the road.

CAMA is located directly adjacent and to the north of the Sloane-Stanley Museum near historic Kent Furnace. We share a common driveway.

For a map to help you find CAMA, click here (we thank MapQuest for this helpful service)

GPS co-ordinates: 41^o 44.385 N, 73^o 28.095 W.

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Calendar of Events

Upcoming CAMA Events

Saturday May 17, 2008 - Fairfield County Ford Model "A" meet at the CAMA museum grounds. 10:00 AM to ? The general public is welcome.

Saturday June 7, 2008 - Sixth Annual Rock Swap and Sale - 9 AM to 4 PM. Sponsored by CAMA and the Danbury Mineralogical Society. Located near the CT Museum of Mining and Mineral Science on CAMA's Museum grounds. Rain or shine.

Friday, Saturday and Sunday, September 26, 27, 28, 2008 - CAMA Fall Festival. That's right, CAMA's Fall Festival is now a 3 day event! Click here to go to our Fall Festival Page.

During the Spring Power-Up, Annual Meeting and Fall Festival, all machinery exhibits are operating unless weather or mechanical conditions prevent their use.

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Admission Fees/Group Programs

(During Regular Hours of Operation)

Admission is $3.00 for adults and free for children under 12 years old (special event fees may be different). The small admission fee helps to offset the increased cost of maintaining and powering our museum.

Individuals and families are welcome anytime during normal hours of operation. Please arrive at least an hour before closing time to assure sufficient time to see all of our exhibits.

Groups are welcome. We ask that groups intending to visit our museum first contact us so we can properly plan for your visit. If we know your interests beforehand, we can make your visit more enjoyable with special programs and demonstrations. For groups of 6 or more, please give us a minimum of 2 weeks advanced notice.

Special programs are available for school groups and programs can be arranged to include coordinated visits to the Sloane-Stanley Museum. Contact CAMA for more information.

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When is CAMA Open to the Public?

10 AM to 4 PM.

Wednesday through Sunday (closed Monday and Tuesday)

May through the end of October.

Or, by special appointment.

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How do I Become a Member of CAMA?

We invite you to become a member of the Connecticut Antique Machinery Association. The $20 membership fee covers your immediate family. Life membership is a one-time charge of $300.

On a sheet of paper, list your name, address, and phone number, optionally list your special interests and mail it with a check for $20 (made out to CAMA) to: Connecticut Antique Machinery Association, P.O. Box 425, Kent, CT 06757.

Membership entitles you to:

Receiving our semi-annual newsletter by mail and all other special mailings and event information.
Free admission to our spring Power-Up, annual meeting and steam-up/gas-up events (with valid membership card).
Free admission to our Annual Fall Festival (with valid membership card).

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Photo Essays About CAMA Events

Date	Area of Interest	Description	Other Notes
7/13/04	Narrow Gauge Railroad	CAMA Extends it's Railroad Track towards the South	John Hanlon of the Housatonic Railroad donates worker's time, equipment and material
7/15/04	Narrow Gauge Railroad	Additional photos of CAMA's railroad extension	Construction of an at-grade railroad crossing across our entrance driveway
7/18/04	Narrow Gauge Railroad	Taking the Plymouth across our new crossing	The railroad crew tries out the new crossing for the first time

9/11/04	Narrow Gauge Railroad	Tionesta Valley Railroad Caboose #111 - Page 1	A brief history of the Tionesta Valley Railroad and early photos of TVRR #111
9/11/04	Narrow Gauge Railroad	Tionesta Valley Railroad Caboose #111 - Page 2	Moving TVRR Caboose #111 from Pennsylvania to Connecticut
9/11/04	Narrow Gauge Railroad	Tionesta Valley Railroad Caboose #111 - Page 3	Restoration Process Part I - Chassis
9/11/04	Narrow Gauge Railroad	Tionesta Valley Railroad Caboose #111 - Page 4	Restoration Process Part II - Floor and joining original cabin to new chassis
9/11/04	Narrow Gauge Railroad	Tionesta Valley Railroad Caboose #111 - Page 5	Restoration Process Part III - Cabin frame restoration and exterior siding and roof
9/11/04	Narrow Gauge Railroad	Tionesta Valley Railroad Caboose #111 - Page 6	Restoration Process Part IV - Initial painting
TBD	Narrow Gauge Railroad	Tionesta Valley Railroad Caboose #111 - Page 7	Restoration Process Part V - Cupola repair and installation, painting, lettering, iron work
TBD	Narrow Gauge Railroad	Tionesta Valley Railroad Caboose #111 - Page 8	Restoration Process Part VI - Interior work, doors, windows, rubberized roofing - Final chapter

9/16/04	Small Internal Combustion	Small Engine Shop Exhibit	Addition to the interior of the Diebold Agricultural Hall

9/28/04	Shows/Events	Sights at the 2004 Fall Festival - Page 1	Fall Festival sights - photos courtesy of Jim Anderson
9/28/04	Shows/Events	Sights at the 2004 Fall Festival - Page 2	More Fall Festival sights - photos courtesy of Jim Anderson
9/28/04	Shows/Events	Sights at the 2004 Fall Festival - Page 3	More Fall Festival sights - photos courtesy of Mike Piersa

2/8/05	Shows/Events	CAMA booth at the Amherst Railway Society Show	Photos of our booth in W. Springfield, MA on the Big "E" fairgrounds (Jan. 29/30, 2005)

2/8/05	Industrial Hall/Steam	Progress Report on the Industrial Hall Expansion	Photos of construction phase of the Industrial Hall expansion
3/6/06	Industrial Hall/Steam	Update on the Industrial Hall Expansion	More photos in the later stages of the expansion process

3/6/06	Mining Museum	Museum of Mining and Mineral Science Expansion	Part one show early phases of construction of a major addition to the Mining Museum
3/21/06	Mining Museum	Mining Museum Expansion Project Update	Interior construction work on the Mining Museum addition

5/4/06	Industrial Hall/Steam	Restoration of the Hubbard Steam Motorcycle - Page 1	Pre- and post-restoration photos of this one of a kind steam motorcycle
9/1/06	Industrial Hall/Steam	Restoration of the Hubbard Steam Motorcycle - Page 2	Interior photos of the Hubbard steam engine

1/16/07	Industrial Hall/Steam	Retrieval of the Nagle-Corliss Steam Engine - Page 1	Photos of the engine on site in the Lafayette Paper Mill prior to removal
1/16/07	Industrial Hall/Steam	Retrieval of the Nagle-Corliss Steam Engine - Page 2	Preparing the Nagle-Corliss steam engine for removal from the mill
1/17/07	Industrial Hall/Steam	Retrieval of the Nagle-Corliss Steam Engine - Page 3	Picking the engine for transport back to Kent
1/17/07	Industrial Hall/Steam	Retrieval of the Nagle-Corliss Steam Engine - Page 4	Delivering the engine to Kent
TBD	Industrial Hall/Steam	Retrieval of the Nagle-Corliss Steam Engine - Page 5	Installing the Nagle-Corliss steam engine in the Industrial Hall

11/23/07	Blacksmith Shop	Construction begins on CAMA's Blacksmith Shop	Groundbreaking and framing of our new blacksmith shop
12/10/07	Blacksmith Shop	Construction Update - Blacksmith Shop - Page 2	A weather tight structure before the first snow!

TBD - To be determined (under construction)

Listing Date	Item Number	Description
10/19/04	S0002 (SOLD!)	Hercules powered saw rig
6/21/06	S0003	3 cylinder Wolverine diesel engine (for parts only)
6/21/06	Scrapped as of 7/1/07	4 cylinder Buffalo gasoline engine (for parts only)
6/21/06	S0005	Flatbed trailer
6/21/06	S0006	Locke lawnmower

Listing Date	Inquiry Number	Description of Inquiry
7/18/04	I0001	A CAMA member is restoring a Ruston & Hornsby Ltd Size 7X, Class HRE Airless Injection Oil Engine (40 BHP at 300 rpm). Upon disassembly, the cylinder head was found to be in very poor condition with numerous cracks. The inquirer is searching for a replacement cylinder head. He would appreciate any information that would point him to finding a replacement cylinder head for this engine. This engine was built in Lincoln, England.
6/30/05	I0002 FOUND!	CAMA is looking for a Corliss valve steam engine for it's collection. We would preferably like a "smaller" engine of less than 100HP. We would prefer a donation, however, if the right engine was offered at a reasonable cost, or, we could work out a trade than that would also work.
6/30/05	I0003	CAMA is looking for a set of 3 foot gauge arch-bar trucks for our Tionesta Valley caboose restoration.
6/30/05	I0004	CAMA is looking for a steam assist steering pump for a vertical-boiler Buffalo-Springfield steam roller.

Website	Description
Town of Kent, Connecticut	this is the official town website
Kent, CT Chamber of Commerce	lots of information about thing to do and places to visit while in Kent
Connecticut Bound Tourism Website	a general information website about tourist-related attractions found in the State of Connecticut
We Go Places dot com	a tourist related information website
You Belong in Connecticut Website	doing business, working, learning, living, playing and visiting Connecticut
Litchfield Hills Travel Guide	a listing of travel and vacation information for the Litchfield Hills region of Connecticut

Agricultural Sites dot net	the web's largest agriculture and outdoor world link directory
MuseumStuff.com	a nationwide listing of museums of all sorts
The Sloane-Stanley Museum - Kent, CT.	adjacent to CAMA, a collection of early American tools and implements donated by Eric Sloane, a prominent area artist, writer, and collector
International Stationary Steam Engine Society	information and rosters of stationary steam engine collections
Wiscasset, Waterville & Farmington Railway Museum	in Alna, Maine. An excellent 2 foot gauge railroad museum
The Danbury Mineralogical Society	a group dedicated to Western Connecticut geology, mineralology
Society for Industrial Archaeology	Southern New England Chapter. A group dedicated to keeping alive New England's legacy as a pioneer in the Industrial Revolution

For:	Click on This Link
Fall Festival exhibitor information	FallFestivalInfo@ctamachinery.com
Fall Festival spectator information	FallFestivalInfo@ctamachinery.com
Special groups and programs	GroupPrograms@ctamachinery.com
Membership information	Membership@ctamachinery.com
All other inquiries and general information	CAMAInfo@ctamachinery.com