Event
Blacksmith Demonstration
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Fee:
Free.Dates & Times
Date:
Saturday, November 30, 2024
Time:
10:00 AM
Duration:
6 hours
Type of Event
Living History
Description
Visit Hopewell Furnace to learn about the crucial role the blacksmith had on the community of Hopewell. What happened if your tool broke? What would you do if your horse needing shoeing? Explore these questions and more by watching the blacksmith carefully hammer the glowing metal. Listen to the forging of iron echo across the landscape as you learn about this important task and how it contributed to the success of the furnace's operation.
Reservation or Registration: No
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