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Celebrating 300 years of Iron and Steel Heritage
2016 Anniversary Kick-off
www.ironandsteelheritage.org
300 Years of Powering Freedom through Iron & Steel Production
Tuesday, March 15; 7:30 PM
Schuylkill River Heritage Center
The Foundry Building, 2 Main Street,,Phoenixville
The first iron forge in Pennsylvania was started in 1716 by Thomas Rutter on the banks of the
Manatawny Creek in Douglass Township, Berks County. In 1717, Coventry Forge was
established at Coventryville, Chester County; the second forge in PA. These were the
forerunners of the many Pennsylvania forges which were so vital to early settlers and provided
much of the ordinance in our struggle for independence. Three hundred years later, Chester
County still plays a mighty role in all parts of the metals industry. Courage and ability must
never grow old, and although we work at different tasks today, we have the need of the same
incentives as that which built our iron and steel heritage. Help us honor that legacy!
Please join us for the 2016 Kick-Off of the Chester County 300th Year of Iron and Steel
Celebration. Representatives from historic places reflecting our remarkable iron and steel
heritage from around the county and beyond will share their activities and events that are
planned for this commemorative year. Come hear from Colebrookdale Railroad, Joanna
Furnace, Fricks Lock, Hopewell Furnace National Historic Site, Warwick Furnace, Schuylkill
River Heritage Center, Valley Forge National Historical Site, Welkenweir, Historic Yellow
Springs, Historic Sugartown and the National Iron and Steel Heritage Museum. Don’t miss this
fun and informative FREE event! Information: 610-935-2181
More Signature Special Events
300 Years of Iron & Steel – Supplying Freedom by Trolley!
Thursday, July 14th
3:00 to 7:00 pm
Historic Yellow Springs
1685 Art School Road, Chester Springs
HOP ON OUR TROLLEY AND celebrate 300 years of iron and steel in Chester County touring
sites that supplied products to aid the fight for freedom in the founding of our country. The
Yellow Springs Revolutionary War Hospital supplied medicine and care for the Continental
Army; the Woolen Mill at Charlestown Village produced cloth to dress soldiers and civilians; the
Continental Powder Works produced gunpowder; the Mill at Anselma produced flour to feed the
growing population and the army. Visit these sites as well as learn about the churches,
cemeteries, barns, mills, schools, covered bridges and iron mine sites along our scenic Chester
County byways.
TROLLEY RESERVATIONS REQUIRED: Trolley Tours will depart every 20 minutes from
The Washington at Yellow Springs beginning at 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. For reservations go to
Eventbrite or call 610 827-7414 Ext. 10. Handicapped accessibility limited. FREE program.
300 Years of Forging Our Future and Our Freedom
Thursday, August 25th
5:00 to 7:00 pm
Hopewell Furnace National Historic Site
2 Mark Bird Lane, Elverson
610-592-8773
www.nps.gove/hofu
300 Years of Iron & 100 Year of Park Service
SPONSORS: Pine Forge Academy, Hopewell Furnace National Historic Site
Tour Information:
In 1716, Rutter’s Bloomery, later named Pine Forge, was the first iron forge in
Pennsylvania. Come celebrate 300 years of iron heritage at our National Park dedicated to the
history of iron production in the mid-Atlantic and help us commemorate the 100th Anniversary
celebration of the founding of the National Park Service. Our program will feature the Pine
Forge Academy Choir presenting a special program composed in honor of this tri-centennial
moment. Additionally, there will be Hopewell village and furnace tours, demonstrations, and
birthday cake! FREE Event
2016 Anniversary Closing Ceremonies
300 Years of Building Freedom: From Colliers to Steelworkers
Saturday, October 1st
12:00 to 4 pm
National Iron & Steel Heritage Museum
50 South 1st Avenue, Coatesville
610-384-9282
www.steelmuseum.org
Mingle with those who help preserve the history of steelmaking at the Steelworkers Reunion
Barbeque where guests enjoy all-you-can-eat barbeque, sides and drinks. This event provides
members of the community an opportunity to join with former Lukens Steel and current
ArcelorMittal Steel employees and their families, in the Lukens National Historic District. You
will witness a ceremony in which ArcelorMittal employees are awarded pins acknowledging
their extended service at the Coatesville steelmaking operations and you will share in our
enduring iron and steel legacy. The National Iron & Steel Heritage Museum will open its newest
exhibit, Coatesville Rolls into World War I, at this Signature Event and you will be among the
first to experience it. Call for Barbeque Luncheon costs. FREE tours.