The Society for Industrial Archeology.

OLIVER EVANS CHAPTER

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  • A chapter member noted that the organization sponsoring this talk and its location in person were not included in the last post. It is the historic Cornwall Iron Furnace, 1742 “With the exception of a mere handful of similar preservations in Sweden and Germany – and possibly a few in…

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  • The History of Philadelphia Railroads–Virtual

    A presentation by Bob ThomasWednesday, September 10, 2025 6pm  Did you every wonder why our region’s rail system seems so haphazardly arranged?  We’ll examine how…

  • The History of Philadelphia Railroads

    Philadelphia, Wilmington and Baltimore RR Station, Broad and Washington, Demolished 1940’s. President Lincoln passed through here on his way back to Washington from Gettysburg–– full…

  • Parts of SS United States removed for future museum

    Parts of SS United States removed for future museum, as rest is prepped for its watery end The SS United States is moving ever-closer to…

  • Researching Roebling

    Zoom PresentationWednesday August 13, 2025  6:30pm Have you ever wondered how treasures end up on display in museums? Join us on Zoom for a peek…

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The SIA’s emphasis on archeology reflects a concern for the tangible evidence of early industry.  Our mission is the study, interpretation, and preservation of the surviving factories, machinery, bridges, canals, industrial communities and artifacts that are historically significant.

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