Maillardet's Automaton
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The origin of this mechanical boy was a mystery until he revealed his maker by writing it in perfect cursive.

šŸ“œ Historic automaton built by Swiss mechanician Henri Maillardet around 1800.
šŸ” Capable of writing poems in English and French, and drawing pictures.

Why Go

šŸ¤– Witness a marvel of 18th-century mechanical engineering
āœļø See an automaton that reveals its maker by writing in cursive
šŸ›ļø Located at The Franklin Institute, a prominent science museum
šŸ§  Explore a machine with the largest cam-based memory of its era

Why Avoid

šŸ’¤ Automaton only operates on special occasions for public demonstrations

Tips

šŸ“ On permanent display as part of the Hamilton Collections Gallery.

Cost

šŸ’° Adults $19.95, kids 3-11 $15.95, under 3 free.

Hours

šŸ•’ Daily, 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.

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