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“visit the old blacksmith”
Blacksmithing was one of the most important trades in Colonial America, since smiths made or repaired tools, kitchen utensils, weapons, agricultural implements, and household items. The Smithy was built in 1750 expanded in 1761 and a second floor added. The Smithy had workrooms and forges for the nailsmith, locksmith, blacksmith, tinsmith, gunsmith, and gunstock maker. The building stood until the early 20th century when it was dismantled and converted into brownstone dwellings which were later demolished. In 2004, the Smithy was reconstructed of limestone taken from a local 1700s barn being torn down, and was built on the foundations of the original smithy, thanks to detailed records kept by the Moravians and stored in the Moravian Archives.
Had a great time here, learning about what they do and its history. Very useful and educational information provided. One of the folks there let the kids have a go at the air puffer thing. The... Read more
I cannot recommend this site, enough. It is adjacent to the historic Bethlehem Hotel and could easily be missed. In here, you will view the building, grounds, equipment, and hear the history of... Read more
Colonial Industrial Quarter and Historyworks
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- Sun - Sat: 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
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