The Society for Industrial Archeology.
OLIVER EVANS CHAPTER
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Lost Creeks and Sewers of PhiladelphiaSaturday, April 18, 2026, 10:30am Chapter member Adam Levine is offering a gallery talk on his exhibit with photographer Joseph Elliot at the Athenaeum in Philadelphia. The event will be limited to the first 20 people who register. To sign up please send an email…
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A Tale of Two Trowels: The Enduring Legacy and Industrial Archaeology of the West Point Foundry
A Society for Industrial Archeology Presentation by Arron Kotlensky and Steve Walton Thursday, November 20, 2025, 5 p.m. Eastern (US & Canada From its beginnings…
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Fossil fuel legacies in South and Southwest Philadelphia
This website provides you—and others who care about the past and future of Philadelphia—a rich collection of sources about the South Philadelphia refinery complex and…
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Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania: Fifty Years and Forward
Virtual program, November 14, 2025 The talk is a nostalgic look at the museum’s origins, its first 50 years of service, highlights of its programs…
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The Little Ship that Saved the Nation
American Swedish Historical Museum presents USS Monitor: The Little Ship that Saved the Nation Virtual Lunchtime Lecture by John QuarsteinFriday, November 7th – 12:00–1:00 pm…
● 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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