Visitors to the New England Economic Adventure learn about the substantial improvement in living standards in New England over the past 200 years and about how economic growth makes possible rising living standards. Visitors see how life used to be in three earlier periods and try their hand at making major decisions in the textile, bicycle, and computer industries in New England. Visitors also enjoy changing exhibits that complement the Adventure.

Visitors may also be interested in the Economic Education Laboratory, a free educational resource center open to middle and high school teachers and students who want to learn about economics, economic history, and personal finance.

The Economic Adventure was created mainly for school groups to visit, but it is open at designated times to other groups. It is not open to individual members of the public or walk-in visitors. Teachers interested in arranging a visit for middle or secondary school students should see the Especially for Teachers section for scheduling information. Other groups wishing to visit should select Group Visits.

For more information on visiting the Adventure, take a look at our full-color brochure.