I was wondering if industrial tourism is a real thing or just another one of my million weird obsessions. Ddg searched and it’s a real thing. It’s got a Wikipedia page and everything.

I would love to go to places and see how things are made. Modern Marvels is my favorite show (yes, I’m old) and also how it’s made.

Anyone done something like this? How was your experience? How did you set it up?

  • threeonefour@piefed.caEnglish
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    5 days ago

    A lot of hydroelectric dams have visitor centers and I know of at least one cheese factory that has a storefront and walkway where people can see parts of the factory. I’d assume it’s not common for factories though.

    I work at a factory and, for insurance purposes, the bosses don’t let anyone on the floor without them watching hours of saftey videos. There also isn’t much to see. The machines are guarded up so much that you can’t even see most moving parts. It’s just magical black box material goes in, product comes out, type of stuff. Some factories also keep their setup and processes a secret.