"This is a living house not a museum and so visitors are encouraged to touch, sit and explore the rooms which are decorated and furnished as they would have been when the Thomas family moved in, " said Geoff and Anne Haden, who restored the house.
From the public viewing area, touch-screen computers allowed visitors to explore each process at each assembly line station through animation and live demonstrations.
The museum also has a dynamic touch-screen map that allows visitors to explore the nation's musical heritage and several video displays that will distract any kid's short attention span.
The ability to browse and touch merchandise, socialize while shopping, receive personalized service and stumble upon and explore unexpected products and sales, is something consumers do not want to see disappear.