WaterWorks Museum

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3005 River Rd
Louisville, KY 40207
Open 10/17 & 10/18 12p - 5p Help us celebrate our 160th Anniversary! Tickets must be purchased in advance through our website: www.louisvilewatertower.com Book at tour at Louisville Water Tower Park to experience the WaterWorks Museum — Located in Pumping Station No. 1, the museum highlights Louisville Water’s considerable archive of historic photographs (some dating back to 1860), films and memorabilia. The museum appeals to visitors of all ages, including children, with hands on activities, scavenger hunts and much more. Visitors will also discover Louisville Water’s groundbreaking research in water science and engineering contributing to safe drinking water methods used throughout the world. Learn about the iconic Water Tower and participate in a tour of the grounds on the banks of the Ohio River. Also included in the guided tour is time inside Pumping Station No. 3, to see a 100-foot-tall restored steam pump and see a film on its history.

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Worth the visit if in the area.
10/10/2024

We did not have an appointment but wanted to see the towers/area. WOW! The Louisville Water Tower/...

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Nice park
2/5/2022

We arrived too late to go inside but were able to walk the grounds some. The park area is nice and t...

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Take Half an Hour, See History and a Beautiful Example of Engineering and Architecture
7/3/2021

This offers beautiful examples of historic architecture and machinery, as well as a brief glimpse at...

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