October 2, 2013 - August 30, 2014
It's human nature to like shortcuts; people are always seeking ways to save time or take the easy way out. An office supply store even markets a bright red "Easy" button for its products. The quest for comfort and efficiency in the home evolved through discovery and innovation, which led the way for dramatically improved living standards.
This exhibition illustrates how almost 150 years of inventions have basically made our lives easier, and our homes more comfy and convenient. It demonstrates that the way we work and play today has benefited from scientific experimentation and discovery from colonial times onward.
While much of modern life today powers up by the mere flick of a switch or press of a button, countless devices we now take for granted can trace their origins to more humble hand-powered beginnings. And the motivation behind plenty of this ingenuity and inspiration can be directly connected to saving time and saving energy.
We invite you to click on the topics and take a technological ride through the ages.