Ray Harryhausen: Miniature Models of the Silver Screen

September 30, 2025 – May 3, 2026

Celebrating 90 Years of Model Railroads!

October 28, 2025 – February 22, 2026

Yoga at the Musesum

February 1, 2026

Preserving and Advancing the Art of Miniatures for All

Preserving and Advancing the Art of Miniatures for All

The Mini Time Machine Museum of Miniatures' collection of miniatures includes over 500 antique and contemporary dollhouses and roomboxes, while special exhibitions highlight the breadth and diversity of the art of miniatures. 

Current Exhibitions

Celebrating 90 Years of Model Railroads!

Explore toy trains, model railroading, and meet hobbyists at the NMRA Arizona Division exhibit, running Oct 28, 2025 – Feb 23, 2026.

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Signs of Community: Signage of the Old Pueblo in Miniature

Jorge Ruiz’s miniature art brings Tucson and Nogales to life, capturing the character and stories of beloved local buildings and signs.

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Ray Harryhausen: Miniature Models of the Silver Screen

Discover Ray Harryhausen’s legendary miniature models at The Mini Time Machine Museum. See iconic creatures, rare sketches, and film artifacts in this must-see exhibit!

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Museum membership is the best value and shows your support of the museum. Most packages pay for themselves in just one or two visits.

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Miniatures are for everyone.

Miniatures are for everyone.

The Mini Time Machine Museum of Miniatures welcomes and appreciates all patrons regardless of age, race, color, nationality, gender, sexual orientation, religion, education, class, or ability. Join us as we continually celebrate the diversity in the art of miniatures and those who make, preserve, and enjoy them.

Restoration of a Miniature

Meet local artists, John Ackerman and David Fischer, and watch their restoration efforts on a model fire station built by Tom Showers in 1965 in this series of demonstrations. Included with museum admission.

Restoration of a Miniature

Meet local artists, John Ackerman and David Fischer, and watch their restoration efforts on a model fire station built by Tom Showers in 1965 in this series of demonstrations. Included with museum admission.

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