Newcomen Society facts for kids
Logo of the Newcomen Society
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| Named after | Thomas Newcomen |
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| Formation | 1920 |
| Type | Learned society |
| Purpose | Promotion and study of the history of engineering and technology |
| Headquarters | The Science Museum |
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| Website | http://newcomen.com/ |
The Newcomen Society is a group that celebrates the history of engineering and technology. It's like a club for people who love learning about how machines and inventions have changed the world. The society started in London in 1920. It is named after Thomas Newcomen, who was a very important inventor. He helped create the early steam engine. Many people call him the "father of the Industrial Revolution."
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What Does the Society Study?
The Newcomen Society looks at all kinds of engineering. This includes building things like bridges (civil engineering). It also covers how machines work (mechanical engineering). They study electricity (electrical engineering) and electronics too. Other areas are how structures are built (structural engineering). They also look at planes (aeronautical engineering) and ships (marine engineering). Even how chemicals are used (chemical engineering) and how things are made (manufacturing) are part of their studies. They also learn about the lives of famous inventors.
Where is the Society Located?
The main home of the Newcomen Society is at the Science Museum in London. But they also have smaller groups in different parts of England. You can find branches in places like Birmingham and Manchester. There are also groups in Newcastle, Bristol, Portsmouth, and Sheffield. Plus, there's a branch in Scotland, covering Glasgow and Edinburgh.
The society shares its knowledge in many ways. They publish a special magazine called the International Journal for the History of Engineering and Technology. They also have a newsletter called Newcomen Links, which comes out four times a year. If you are a member, you can read old copies of their journal online. The Newcomen Society also has a YouTube channel. There, you can watch videos of their meetings, talks, and online lessons.
The Society's Motto and Logo
The Newcomen Society has a special motto in Latin. It says actorum memores simul affectamus agenda. This means "mindful of things that have taken place, at the same time we strive after things yet to be done." It reminds members to learn from the past while working towards the future. Their logo is a griffin looking backward. A griffin is a mythical creature, part lion and part eagle. This symbol shows that they are watchful and remember history while still moving forward.
The Newcomen Society is also a registered charity. This means it's a non-profit group that helps people.
