Furnace Town Historic Site and its collection

The Old Furnace Town Heritage Museum, located near Snow Hill, Maryland, is an outdoor museum that brings history to life. It uses a living history format, complete with live demonstrations, to recreate a 19th-century community that has since vanished. Visitors can experience the past in a unique and engaging way, making it a memorable destination for history enthusiasts and families alike.

Exploring the Historic Buildings of the Museum

The museum is home to various historic buildings, with the Nassawango Iron Furnace being the most significant. This early 19th-century brick blast furnace was used to smelt bog iron ore into pig iron. Visitors can explore these structures and learn about the iron-making process that was crucial to the community's economy during the 19th century.

Exhibits on Local History and Pig Iron Processing

The museum offers exhibits that delve into the history of the local area and the process of pig iron production. These exhibits provide a deeper understanding of the community's past and the industrial processes that shaped it. Visitors can learn about the local history and the significance of pig iron in the region's development.

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Furnace Town Historic Site
3816 Old Furnace Rd
MD 21863 Snow Hill
Maryland

Visitor information Furnace Town Historic Site

Opening hours

April - October
Thursday - Sunday
10:00 - 16:00

Admission

5 – 14$6.00
Adults$8.00

Facilities

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Location & Map

3816 Old Furnace Rd, Snow Hill

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