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Cornwall Iron Furnace

Cornwall Iron Furnace is a historic place in Cornwall, Lebanon County, Pennsylvania, listed on the United States National Register of Historic Places on November 13, 1966, and designated a National Historic Landmark. Its National Register reference number is 66000671.

Cornwall, Lebanon County, PennsylvaniaListed November 13, 1966NRIS #66000671★ National Historic Landmark
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What is Cornwall Iron Furnace?

Cornwall Iron Furnace is a designated National Historic Landmark that is administered by the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission in Cornwall, Lebanon County, Pennsylvania in the United States. The furnace was a leading Pennsylvania iron producer from 1742 until it was shut down in 1883. The furnaces, support buildings and surrounding community have been preserved as a historical site and museum, providing a glimpse into Lebanon County's industrial past. The site is the only intact charcoal-burning iron blast furnace in its original plantation in the Western Hemisphere. Established by Peter Grubb in 1742, Cornwall Furnace was operated during the American Revolution by his sons Curtis and Peter Jr. who were major arms providers to George Washington. Robert Coleman acquired Cornwall Furnace after the Revolution and became Pennsylvania's first millionaire. Ownership of the furnace and its surroundings was transferred to the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania in 1932.

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Listing details

Name
Cornwall Iron Furnace
City
Cornwall
County
Lebanon County
State
Pennsylvania
Listed on the National Register
November 13, 1966
NRIS reference number
66000671
Resource type
district
National Historic Landmark
Yes
Coordinates
40.27001, -76.40670
When was Cornwall Iron Furnace listed on the National Register?

Cornwall Iron Furnace was added to the National Register of Historic Places on November 13, 1966.

Where is Cornwall Iron Furnace located?

Cornwall Iron Furnace is located in Cornwall, Lebanon County, Pennsylvania at approximately 40.27001, -76.40670. See the map above.

Is Cornwall Iron Furnace a National Historic Landmark?

Yes. Cornwall Iron Furnace is designated a National Historic Landmark, the highest federal recognition for a historic place.

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