The Argus Museum, located on the second floor of 525 West William, Ann Arbor, Michigan, features products manufactured by the Argus camera company and tells the stories of the company, the people involved and showcases unique collections connected to Argus. The museum is housed in the historic Argus I Building, which was one of the facilities where Argus products were manufactured.
Many of company's cameras, projectors, viewers, meters and accessories, as well as darkroom equipment, manufactured throughout its history are exhibited. The museum’s holdings include the rare 75, A4, C3 and C4 camera “giants” (large models used in trade shows), experimental models and various colors of the model A camera, favorites of collectors. Variations of the Model C3 camera (often referred to as The Brick), a common model of which over two million were sold, are on view.
Through military artifacts, the stories of the company's contributions to World War II and the Korean War, are told. Sighting devices, prisms and lenses are displayed. Included in the collection is a M72 Telescope used in Sherman Tanks, and a M18 sight used with Britain's 57mm anti-tank gun (the Britain Six-Pounder).
The Argus I Building’s character lends itself to showcasing artwork. The museum presents photography exhibitions and features local and regional artists, particularly those who create images using film. The museum also hosts meetings, book signings, and the annual Argus Collector Group (ACG) Fall Conference.

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