VISIT A LOCAL MANUFACTURER

Do your students know where the boxes of their favorite cereal are made? Have they seen what it takes to get milk from the farm to their kitchen table?

Well, these are some of the questions that can get answered by joining us for a tour during MFG Month! This New York State-recognized celebration gives employers the opportunity to open their doors and showcase the amazing technology and exciting hands-on careers that are available within the manufacturing industry. Tours, open to students and educators through the month of October, feature companies across Central New York and the Mohawk Valley. We hope you and your students will join us to experience how manufacturing shapes our everyday lives and the many opportunities in the industry!

2025 CALENDAR OF EVENTS – COMING SOON!

Central New York MFG Month Celebration Tour Dates

  • Wednesday, October 1st
  • Thursday, October 2nd
  • Friday, October 3rd

Mohawk Valley MFG Month Celebration Tour Dates

  • Thursday, October 23rd
  • Friday, October 24th

REGISTRATION DEADLINES

We recommend registering early as tour slots fill quickly and we cannot guarantee your first choice. There also may be additional steps that need to be taken ahead of time depending upon the company’s requirements.

Central New York MFG Month Celebration Tour Dates:
No later than Wednesday, September 17th

Mohawk Valley MFG Month Celebration Tour Dates:
No later than Thursday, October 9th

REGISTRATION WILL OPEN BY SEPTEMBER 1

Getting Started

    • Complete the registration form with your preferred date(s) and companies. (Coming Soon!)
    • A short phone call with a MACNY team member to discuss logistics and answer questions.
    • Prepare your students and families with what to expect during the site visit.

    • Access to our team for support and guidance throughout the planning process and the day of student tours.
    • Regular communication as the intermediary between you and the company.
    • A tool kit to help you easily prepare for the tour and share information with families.
    • An employer fact sheet to share with students and families.

What will the tour involve?
The event flow of each site will vary. However, we will share a general agenda with educators prior to the tour. Each company will provide a short overview of the company and a walk-through of their facility. We have encouraged host companies to also do a hands-on activity to further engage students.

Why does each employer offer different date(s) and times?
National Manufacturing Day is typically held the first Friday of each October. Due to school calendars and employer availability, we are offering multiple dates. Employers signed up based on their operations and staffing.

Which grades can attend?
Some employers have outlined preferred grades for tours. The reasons for this may vary based on desired outreach or company policies.

What are the safety requirements?
Each employer has safety protocols. All students should wear closed-toe shoes. If safety glasses or ear plugs are required, the employer or MACNY will provide the equipment on site. Please refer to the Best Practices and Safety Guidelines document under “Educator Resources” for additional information.

WHAT EDUCATORS ARE SAYING

Questions?
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