National Register of Historic Places

Richmond Furnace Historical and Archeological District

Richmond, Berkshire County, Massachusetts
Listed
August 30, 1999
Type
District
Period
Listed
Ref No.
99001044

About this property

The Richmond Furnace Historical and Archeological District is a historic industrial area located on State, Cone Hill, and Furnace Roads in Richmond, Massachusetts. The industrial history of the site dates to 1763 when the first grist and sawmills were built. In 1829, the first stone furnace was constructed for the production of iron from abundant hematite ore found nearby. It was rebuilt in 1863, and overhauled in 1905 to increase capacity. The area saw industrial iron production until 1923. The historic district also includes several other houses and buildings related to the iron works. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1999.

Location

Richmond, Berkshire County, Massachusetts
42.35684, -73.37537

Categories

HISTORIC - NON-ABORIGINALARCHITECTUREENGINEERINGINDUSTRY
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Sources

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When was Richmond Furnace Historical and Archeological District listed on the National Register?

Richmond Furnace Historical and Archeological District was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on August 30, 1999.

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Richmond Furnace Historical and Archeological District is classified as a district in the National Register of Historic Places.

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