Living History Day

See Hopewell Furnace come to life! Hopewell Furnace was an iron-making operation but also a community where people lived and worked. Explore the historic area to learn more about daily life in Hopewell's heyday. 

• Staff and volunteers in historical attire will demonstrate spinning, open-hearth cooking, blacksmithing, historic letter writing, candle making, dyeing, quilting, baking in the bake oven, and more.
• Check out hands-on activities to immerse yourself in Hopewell Furnace's community.
• Meet the newest members of our flock and learn about the importance of animals for Hopewell's community.
• Get a glimpse at the industry that sustained the community with our aluminum molding and casting demonstration.

Watch historic trades in action

Daily lifeHopewell Furnace not just an industry, but a community. 

Fees

This event is free to attend.

Location

Activities and demonstrations will take place throughout Hopewell Furnace's historic area. Be sure to explore!

Latitude and Longitude 40.206718, -75.773841

Schedule

Event Type

• Cultural/Craft Demonstration
• Living History