How American Industrialization Began.
Hopewell Furnace showcases an early American industrial landscape from natural resource extraction to enlightened conservation. Operating from 1771-1883, Hopewell and other "iron plantations" laid the foundation for the transformation of the United States into an industrial giant. The park's 848 acres and historic structures illustrate the business, technology and lifestyle of our growing nation.
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Plan Your Visit
A walking tour, living history programs, picking apples or watching wildlife are just a few ways to enjoy the park.
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Upcoming Special Events
One woman play depicting the life of a female Hopewell resident. Takes place at the Church House near the park entrance, March 2nd, at 2 p.m.
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Parks for the People
Hopewell Furnace has been selected as a laboratory for designing the next century of national parks.
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Did You Know?
Early in the American Revolution, colonial ordnance inspector Daniel Joy conducted a sort of school for Pennsylvania ironmasters on the proper method of casting cannon. As a result, in 1776-77 approximately 100 "great guns" were cast at Hopewell Furnace and accepted by the Continental Navy.