Evolution of the Washing Machine - Powell, Wyoming
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N 44° 45.148 W 108° 45.327
12T E 677665 N 4957904
The Evolution of the Washing Machine Timeline is inside the Homesteader Museum. It is at the corner of 1st Street and Clark Street, just off Highway 14A.
Waymark Code: WMWC9B
Location: Wyoming, United States
Date Posted: 08/12/2017
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The museum is a log building full of history, interesting displays and a large section of household appliances; including an array of antique and vintage washing machines. There are outdoor displays including old farm equipment and a homesteaders cabin.
The timeline begins with the first patent for a lever type manual washing machine in 1846. In the 1920s wringers were added to a new white enameled sheet metal. The evolution continue to the 1950s when a spin feature was added and to 2008 when the first energy efficient washing machine was introduced.
Visit Instructions:At least one good photo you have personally obtained and a brief story of your visit. Any additions or corrections to the information about the Waymark (for instance, have the hours open to the public changed) will be greatly appreciated.