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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  • Special Library Program

    Wednesday,  June 11, 2025 6pm Come for an in-person program to share stories of Philadelphia’s city planning and development. Experience research within the library for…

  • Hershey’s First Candy Store

    After Milton Hershey completed his apprenticeship with Lancaster confectioner, Joseph Royer, he wanted to open his own candy shop. Not wanting to compete with his…

  • Joel Spivak Memorial Service

    Here is a link to join the service virtually if you are not able to attend in person. http://meet.google.com/ick-gvvq-gtz

  • The Morris Canal: An Illustrated History

    The Morris Canal: An Illustrated HistoryPresented by Tim Roth, Canal Society of New Jersey Join Tim Roth of the Canal Society of New Jersey on…

● About US

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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