First furnace west of the Alleghenies. Built 1789 on banks of nearby Jacob’s Creek, its ruins are still observable. Supplied iron for Wayne’s campaign in 1794 against the Indians. (Dedicated: Friday, November 22, 1946) Read more...
The bee-hive ovens nearby are typical of the region. Coke was first made from coal near Connellsville in this type oven about 1840. Since 1870 use of coke has been vital to steel making. (Dedicated: Friday, November 22, 1946) Read more...
Opposite is the site of a grist mill built about 1774 by George Washington. It was sold by him in 1795 to Col. Israel Shreve. The mill ruins still remain. (Dedicated: Friday, November 22, 1946) Read more...