EVENT

Second Saturday Speaker Series

Songs of Coal and Steam

January 10, 2026

1pm–2pm

Join us every second Saturday of the month at 1pm to learn more about area and industrial history, engineering, archeology, water access and more from experts in a variety of fields. On January 10th, Jeff Keller, organizer of local pub and chantey sings, and his friends are coming to the Waterworks Museum to delight us with an afternoon of songs related to coal-mining, steamships, locomotives, and more! All Second Saturday Speaker events are upstairs in the Overlook Gallery from 1pm to 2pm. The presentations are free and open to everyone, including walk-in visitors, space permitting. Please help us monitor capacity by reserving your FREE tickets in advance.

Current Exhibit

Fueled by Fire: Coal & Steam at the Chestnut Hill High Service Pumping Station

Inspired by the recent loss of our iconic smokestack, this exhibit explores the historic use of coal at the Chestnut Hill High Service Pumping Station, the equipment used to turn . . .