Welcome to Hopewell Furnace Walking Tour

What is Hopewell Furnace? Get the inside scoop from a park ranger on this introductory tour of Hopewell Furnace National Historic Site. Explore the historic buildings and landscape. Learn more about the site's history as an iron-making community and beyond, the people w......More

What is Hopewell Furnace? Get the inside scoop from a park ranger on this introductory tour of Hopewell Furnace National Historic Site. Explore the historic buildings and landscape. Learn more about the site's history as an iron-making community and beyond, the people who lived and worked here, and how places like this shaped the nation.Tours start outside the Visitor Center and last approximately 45 minutes. The route will include uphill and downhill stretches, as well as uneven terrain. Restrooms and water fountains are located at the Visitor Center. This tour may be cancelled or modified in the event of inclement weather. For more information, call the Visitor Center at 610-582-8773.

Tours begin outside the Visitor Center

Hands-On History: Molding and Casting

Historically, the casting of iron products was an exact craft, and the moulders who practiced it were among the highest paid of ironworkers. It took years to gain the necessary skills, and the craft was often passed from father to son.During this program, you can try yo......More

Historically, the casting of iron products was an exact craft, and the moulders who practiced it were among the highest paid of ironworkers. It took years to gain the necessary skills, and the craft was often passed from father to son.During this program, you can try your hand as a Hopewell molder! Experience the hands-on process of making a sand mold. Gain a better understanding of the craft of the molder and how they contributed to the furnace operation.This program is free and family friendly. Please note that this experience lasts about 1 hour. 

Program takes place in the Cast House within the historic furnace complex.

Welcome to Hopewell Furnace Walking Tour

What is Hopewell Furnace? Get the inside scoop from a park ranger on this introductory tour of Hopewell Furnace National Historic Site. Explore the historic buildings and landscape. Learn more about the site's history as an iron-making community and beyond, the people w......More

What is Hopewell Furnace? Get the inside scoop from a park ranger on this introductory tour of Hopewell Furnace National Historic Site. Explore the historic buildings and landscape. Learn more about the site's history as an iron-making community and beyond, the people who lived and worked here, and how places like this shaped the nation.Tours start outside the Visitor Center and last approximately 45 minutes. The route will include uphill and downhill stretches, as well as uneven terrain. Restrooms and water fountains are located at the Visitor Center. This tour may be cancelled or modified in the event of inclement weather. For more information, call the Visitor Center at 610-582-8773.

Tours begin outside the Visitor Center

Hands-On History: Molding and Casting

Historically, the casting of iron products was an exact craft, and the moulders who practiced it were among the highest paid of ironworkers. It took years to gain the necessary skills, and the craft was often passed from father to son.During this program, you can try yo......More

Historically, the casting of iron products was an exact craft, and the moulders who practiced it were among the highest paid of ironworkers. It took years to gain the necessary skills, and the craft was often passed from father to son.During this program, you can try your hand as a Hopewell molder! Experience the hands-on process of making a sand mold. Gain a better understanding of the craft of the molder and how they contributed to the furnace operation.This program is free and family friendly. Please note that this experience lasts about 1 hour. 

Program takes place in the Cast House within the historic furnace complex.

Welcome to Hopewell Furnace Walking Tour

What is Hopewell Furnace? Get the inside scoop from a park ranger on this introductory tour of Hopewell Furnace National Historic Site. Explore the historic buildings and landscape. Learn more about the site's history as an iron-making community and beyond, the people w......More

What is Hopewell Furnace? Get the inside scoop from a park ranger on this introductory tour of Hopewell Furnace National Historic Site. Explore the historic buildings and landscape. Learn more about the site's history as an iron-making community and beyond, the people who lived and worked here, and how places like this shaped the nation.Tours start outside the Visitor Center and last approximately 45 minutes. The route will include uphill and downhill stretches, as well as uneven terrain. Restrooms and water fountains are located at the Visitor Center. This tour may be cancelled or modified in the event of inclement weather. For more information, call the Visitor Center at 610-582-8773.

Tours begin outside the Visitor Center

Hands-On History: Molding and Casting

Historically, the casting of iron products was an exact craft, and the moulders who practiced it were among the highest paid of ironworkers. It took years to gain the necessary skills, and the craft was often passed from father to son.During this program, you can try yo......More

Historically, the casting of iron products was an exact craft, and the moulders who practiced it were among the highest paid of ironworkers. It took years to gain the necessary skills, and the craft was often passed from father to son.During this program, you can try your hand as a Hopewell molder! Experience the hands-on process of making a sand mold. Gain a better understanding of the craft of the molder and how they contributed to the furnace operation.This program is free and family friendly. Please note that this experience lasts about 1 hour. 

Program takes place in the Cast House within the historic furnace complex.

Welcome to Hopewell Furnace Walking Tour

What is Hopewell Furnace? Get the inside scoop from a park ranger on this introductory tour of Hopewell Furnace National Historic Site. Explore the historic buildings and landscape. Learn more about the site's history as an iron-making community and beyond, the people w......More

What is Hopewell Furnace? Get the inside scoop from a park ranger on this introductory tour of Hopewell Furnace National Historic Site. Explore the historic buildings and landscape. Learn more about the site's history as an iron-making community and beyond, the people who lived and worked here, and how places like this shaped the nation.Tours start outside the Visitor Center and last approximately 45 minutes. The route will include uphill and downhill stretches, as well as uneven terrain. Restrooms and water fountains are located at the Visitor Center. This tour may be cancelled or modified in the event of inclement weather. For more information, call the Visitor Center at 610-582-8773.

Tours begin outside the Visitor Center

Hands-On History: Molding and Casting

Historically, the casting of iron products was an exact craft, and the moulders who practiced it were among the highest paid of ironworkers. It took years to gain the necessary skills, and the craft was often passed from father to son.During this program, you can try yo......More

Historically, the casting of iron products was an exact craft, and the moulders who practiced it were among the highest paid of ironworkers. It took years to gain the necessary skills, and the craft was often passed from father to son.During this program, you can try your hand as a Hopewell molder! Experience the hands-on process of making a sand mold. Gain a better understanding of the craft of the molder and how they contributed to the furnace operation.This program is free and family friendly. Please note that this experience lasts about 1 hour. 

Program takes place in the Cast House within the historic furnace complex.

Welcome to Hopewell Furnace Walking Tour

What is Hopewell Furnace? Get the inside scoop from a park ranger on this introductory tour of Hopewell Furnace National Historic Site. Explore the historic buildings and landscape. Learn more about the site's history as an iron-making community and beyond, the people w......More

What is Hopewell Furnace? Get the inside scoop from a park ranger on this introductory tour of Hopewell Furnace National Historic Site. Explore the historic buildings and landscape. Learn more about the site's history as an iron-making community and beyond, the people who lived and worked here, and how places like this shaped the nation.Tours start outside the Visitor Center and last approximately 45 minutes. The route will include uphill and downhill stretches, as well as uneven terrain. Restrooms and water fountains are located at the Visitor Center. This tour may be cancelled or modified in the event of inclement weather. For more information, call the Visitor Center at 610-582-8773.

Tours begin outside the Visitor Center

Hands-On History: Molding and Casting

Historically, the casting of iron products was an exact craft, and the moulders who practiced it were among the highest paid of ironworkers. It took years to gain the necessary skills, and the craft was often passed from father to son.During this program, you can try yo......More

Historically, the casting of iron products was an exact craft, and the moulders who practiced it were among the highest paid of ironworkers. It took years to gain the necessary skills, and the craft was often passed from father to son.During this program, you can try your hand as a Hopewell molder! Experience the hands-on process of making a sand mold. Gain a better understanding of the craft of the molder and how they contributed to the furnace operation.This program is free and family friendly. Please note that this experience lasts about 1 hour. 

Program takes place in the Cast House within the historic furnace complex.

Welcome to Hopewell Furnace Walking Tour

What is Hopewell Furnace? Get the inside scoop from a park ranger on this introductory tour of Hopewell Furnace National Historic Site. Explore the historic buildings and landscape. Learn more about the site's history as an iron-making community and beyond, the people w......More

What is Hopewell Furnace? Get the inside scoop from a park ranger on this introductory tour of Hopewell Furnace National Historic Site. Explore the historic buildings and landscape. Learn more about the site's history as an iron-making community and beyond, the people who lived and worked here, and how places like this shaped the nation.Tours start outside the Visitor Center and last approximately 45 minutes. The route will include uphill and downhill stretches, as well as uneven terrain. Restrooms and water fountains are located at the Visitor Center. This tour may be cancelled or modified in the event of inclement weather. For more information, call the Visitor Center at 610-582-8773.

Tours begin outside the Visitor Center

Historic Baseball

Step back in time and watch baseball played with 1860s rules as the historic community of Hopewell Furnace would have understood the game.Sit back and relax as the Athletic Base Ball Club of Philadelphia takes on team Hopewell Furnace in a unique 1864-style game!  Bring......More

Step back in time and watch baseball played with 1860s rules as the historic community of Hopewell Furnace would have understood the game.Sit back and relax as the Athletic Base Ball Club of Philadelphia takes on team Hopewell Furnace in a unique 1864-style game!  Bring your favorite lawn chair or a blanket as there is not seating near the field.

Located behind French Creek State Park Visitor Center near the playground. Address is: 843 Park Rd, Elverson, PA 19520.

Hands-On History: Molding and Casting

Historically, the casting of iron products was an exact craft, and the moulders who practiced it were among the highest paid of ironworkers. It took years to gain the necessary skills, and the craft was often passed from father to son.During this program, you can try yo......More

Historically, the casting of iron products was an exact craft, and the moulders who practiced it were among the highest paid of ironworkers. It took years to gain the necessary skills, and the craft was often passed from father to son.During this program, you can try your hand as a Hopewell molder! Experience the hands-on process of making a sand mold. Gain a better understanding of the craft of the molder and how they contributed to the furnace operation.This program is free and family friendly. Please note that this experience lasts about 1 hour. 

Program takes place in the Cast House within the historic furnace complex.

Hopewell Furnace and the American Revolution

What role did Hopewell Furnace play during the American Revolution? Join a Park Ranger for this special 20 minute talk to find out more. 

Talks take place in the Cast House.

Welcome to Hopewell Furnace Walking Tour

What is Hopewell Furnace? Get the inside scoop from a park ranger on this introductory tour of Hopewell Furnace National Historic Site. Explore the historic buildings and landscape. Learn more about the site's history as an iron-making community and beyond, the people w......More

What is Hopewell Furnace? Get the inside scoop from a park ranger on this introductory tour of Hopewell Furnace National Historic Site. Explore the historic buildings and landscape. Learn more about the site's history as an iron-making community and beyond, the people who lived and worked here, and how places like this shaped the nation.Tours start outside the Visitor Center and last approximately 45 minutes. The route will include uphill and downhill stretches, as well as uneven terrain. Restrooms and water fountains are located at the Visitor Center. This tour may be cancelled or modified in the event of inclement weather. For more information, call the Visitor Center at 610-582-8773.

Tours begin outside the Visitor Center

Hands-On History: Molding and Casting

Historically, the casting of iron products was an exact craft, and the moulders who practiced it were among the highest paid of ironworkers. It took years to gain the necessary skills, and the craft was often passed from father to son.During this program, you can try yo......More

Historically, the casting of iron products was an exact craft, and the moulders who practiced it were among the highest paid of ironworkers. It took years to gain the necessary skills, and the craft was often passed from father to son.During this program, you can try your hand as a Hopewell molder! Experience the hands-on process of making a sand mold. Gain a better understanding of the craft of the molder and how they contributed to the furnace operation.This program is free and family friendly. Please note that this experience lasts about 1 hour. 

Program takes place in the Cast House within the historic furnace complex.

Welcome to Hopewell Furnace Walking Tour

What is Hopewell Furnace? Get the inside scoop from a park ranger on this introductory tour of Hopewell Furnace National Historic Site. Explore the historic buildings and landscape. Learn more about the site's history as an iron-making community and beyond, the people w......More

What is Hopewell Furnace? Get the inside scoop from a park ranger on this introductory tour of Hopewell Furnace National Historic Site. Explore the historic buildings and landscape. Learn more about the site's history as an iron-making community and beyond, the people who lived and worked here, and how places like this shaped the nation.Tours start outside the Visitor Center and last approximately 45 minutes. The route will include uphill and downhill stretches, as well as uneven terrain. Restrooms and water fountains are located at the Visitor Center. This tour may be cancelled or modified in the event of inclement weather. For more information, call the Visitor Center at 610-582-8773.

Tours begin outside the Visitor Center

Hands-On History: Molding and Casting

Historically, the casting of iron products was an exact craft, and the moulders who practiced it were among the highest paid of ironworkers. It took years to gain the necessary skills, and the craft was often passed from father to son.During this program, you can try yo......More

Historically, the casting of iron products was an exact craft, and the moulders who practiced it were among the highest paid of ironworkers. It took years to gain the necessary skills, and the craft was often passed from father to son.During this program, you can try your hand as a Hopewell molder! Experience the hands-on process of making a sand mold. Gain a better understanding of the craft of the molder and how they contributed to the furnace operation.This program is free and family friendly. Please note that this experience lasts about 1 hour. 

Program takes place in the Cast House within the historic furnace complex.

Hopewell Furnace and the American Revolution

What role did Hopewell Furnace play during the American Revolution? Join a Park Ranger for this special 20 minute talk to find out more. 

Talks take place in the Cast House.

Welcome to Hopewell Furnace Walking Tour

What is Hopewell Furnace? Get the inside scoop from a park ranger on this introductory tour of Hopewell Furnace National Historic Site. Explore the historic buildings and landscape. Learn more about the site's history as an iron-making community and beyond, the people w......More

What is Hopewell Furnace? Get the inside scoop from a park ranger on this introductory tour of Hopewell Furnace National Historic Site. Explore the historic buildings and landscape. Learn more about the site's history as an iron-making community and beyond, the people who lived and worked here, and how places like this shaped the nation.Tours start outside the Visitor Center and last approximately 45 minutes. The route will include uphill and downhill stretches, as well as uneven terrain. Restrooms and water fountains are located at the Visitor Center. This tour may be cancelled or modified in the event of inclement weather. For more information, call the Visitor Center at 610-582-8773.

Tours begin outside the Visitor Center

Hands-On History: Molding and Casting

Historically, the casting of iron products was an exact craft, and the moulders who practiced it were among the highest paid of ironworkers. It took years to gain the necessary skills, and the craft was often passed from father to son.During this program, you can try yo......More

Historically, the casting of iron products was an exact craft, and the moulders who practiced it were among the highest paid of ironworkers. It took years to gain the necessary skills, and the craft was often passed from father to son.During this program, you can try your hand as a Hopewell molder! Experience the hands-on process of making a sand mold. Gain a better understanding of the craft of the molder and how they contributed to the furnace operation.This program is free and family friendly. Please note that this experience lasts about 1 hour. 

Program takes place in the Cast House within the historic furnace complex.

Welcome to Hopewell Furnace Walking Tour

What is Hopewell Furnace? Get the inside scoop from a park ranger on this introductory tour of Hopewell Furnace National Historic Site. Explore the historic buildings and landscape. Learn more about the site's history as an iron-making community and beyond, the people w......More

What is Hopewell Furnace? Get the inside scoop from a park ranger on this introductory tour of Hopewell Furnace National Historic Site. Explore the historic buildings and landscape. Learn more about the site's history as an iron-making community and beyond, the people who lived and worked here, and how places like this shaped the nation.Tours start outside the Visitor Center and last approximately 45 minutes. The route will include uphill and downhill stretches, as well as uneven terrain. Restrooms and water fountains are located at the Visitor Center. This tour may be cancelled or modified in the event of inclement weather. For more information, call the Visitor Center at 610-582-8773.

Tours begin outside the Visitor Center

Hands-On History: Molding and Casting

Historically, the casting of iron products was an exact craft, and the moulders who practiced it were among the highest paid of ironworkers. It took years to gain the necessary skills, and the craft was often passed from father to son.During this program, you can try yo......More

Historically, the casting of iron products was an exact craft, and the moulders who practiced it were among the highest paid of ironworkers. It took years to gain the necessary skills, and the craft was often passed from father to son.During this program, you can try your hand as a Hopewell molder! Experience the hands-on process of making a sand mold. Gain a better understanding of the craft of the molder and how they contributed to the furnace operation.This program is free and family friendly. Please note that this experience lasts about 1 hour. 

Program takes place in the Cast House within the historic furnace complex.

Welcome to Hopewell Furnace Walking Tour

What is Hopewell Furnace? Get the inside scoop from a park ranger on this introductory tour of Hopewell Furnace National Historic Site. Explore the historic buildings and landscape. Learn more about the site's history as an iron-making community and beyond, the people w......More

What is Hopewell Furnace? Get the inside scoop from a park ranger on this introductory tour of Hopewell Furnace National Historic Site. Explore the historic buildings and landscape. Learn more about the site's history as an iron-making community and beyond, the people who lived and worked here, and how places like this shaped the nation.Tours start outside the Visitor Center and last approximately 45 minutes. The route will include uphill and downhill stretches, as well as uneven terrain. Restrooms and water fountains are located at the Visitor Center. This tour may be cancelled or modified in the event of inclement weather. For more information, call the Visitor Center at 610-582-8773.

Tours begin outside the Visitor Center

Hands-On History: Molding and Casting

Historically, the casting of iron products was an exact craft, and the moulders who practiced it were among the highest paid of ironworkers. It took years to gain the necessary skills, and the craft was often passed from father to son.During this program, you can try yo......More

Historically, the casting of iron products was an exact craft, and the moulders who practiced it were among the highest paid of ironworkers. It took years to gain the necessary skills, and the craft was often passed from father to son.During this program, you can try your hand as a Hopewell molder! Experience the hands-on process of making a sand mold. Gain a better understanding of the craft of the molder and how they contributed to the furnace operation.This program is free and family friendly. Please note that this experience lasts about 1 hour. 

Program takes place in the Cast House within the historic furnace complex.

Welcome to Hopewell Furnace Walking Tour

What is Hopewell Furnace? Get the inside scoop from a park ranger on this introductory tour of Hopewell Furnace National Historic Site. Explore the historic buildings and landscape. Learn more about the site's history as an iron-making community and beyond, the people w......More

What is Hopewell Furnace? Get the inside scoop from a park ranger on this introductory tour of Hopewell Furnace National Historic Site. Explore the historic buildings and landscape. Learn more about the site's history as an iron-making community and beyond, the people who lived and worked here, and how places like this shaped the nation.Tours start outside the Visitor Center and last approximately 45 minutes. The route will include uphill and downhill stretches, as well as uneven terrain. Restrooms and water fountains are located at the Visitor Center. This tour may be cancelled or modified in the event of inclement weather. For more information, call the Visitor Center at 610-582-8773.

Tours begin outside the Visitor Center

Hands-On History: Molding and Casting

Historically, the casting of iron products was an exact craft, and the moulders who practiced it were among the highest paid of ironworkers. It took years to gain the necessary skills, and the craft was often passed from father to son.During this program, you can try yo......More

Historically, the casting of iron products was an exact craft, and the moulders who practiced it were among the highest paid of ironworkers. It took years to gain the necessary skills, and the craft was often passed from father to son.During this program, you can try your hand as a Hopewell molder! Experience the hands-on process of making a sand mold. Gain a better understanding of the craft of the molder and how they contributed to the furnace operation.This program is free and family friendly. Please note that this experience lasts about 1 hour. 

Program takes place in the Cast House within the historic furnace complex.

Welcome to Hopewell Furnace Walking Tour

What is Hopewell Furnace? Get the inside scoop from a park ranger on this introductory tour of Hopewell Furnace National Historic Site. Explore the historic buildings and landscape. Learn more about the site's history as an iron-making community and beyond, the people w......More

What is Hopewell Furnace? Get the inside scoop from a park ranger on this introductory tour of Hopewell Furnace National Historic Site. Explore the historic buildings and landscape. Learn more about the site's history as an iron-making community and beyond, the people who lived and worked here, and how places like this shaped the nation.Tours start outside the Visitor Center and last approximately 45 minutes. The route will include uphill and downhill stretches, as well as uneven terrain. Restrooms and water fountains are located at the Visitor Center. This tour may be cancelled or modified in the event of inclement weather. For more information, call the Visitor Center at 610-582-8773.

Tours begin outside the Visitor Center

Hands-On History: Molding and Casting

Historically, the casting of iron products was an exact craft, and the moulders who practiced it were among the highest paid of ironworkers. It took years to gain the necessary skills, and the craft was often passed from father to son.During this program, you can try yo......More

Historically, the casting of iron products was an exact craft, and the moulders who practiced it were among the highest paid of ironworkers. It took years to gain the necessary skills, and the craft was often passed from father to son.During this program, you can try your hand as a Hopewell molder! Experience the hands-on process of making a sand mold. Gain a better understanding of the craft of the molder and how they contributed to the furnace operation.This program is free and family friendly. Please note that this experience lasts about 1 hour. 

Program takes place in the Cast House within the historic furnace complex.

Welcome to Hopewell Furnace Walking Tour

What is Hopewell Furnace? Get the inside scoop from a park ranger on this introductory tour of Hopewell Furnace National Historic Site. Explore the historic buildings and landscape. Learn more about the site's history as an iron-making community and beyond, the people w......More

What is Hopewell Furnace? Get the inside scoop from a park ranger on this introductory tour of Hopewell Furnace National Historic Site. Explore the historic buildings and landscape. Learn more about the site's history as an iron-making community and beyond, the people who lived and worked here, and how places like this shaped the nation.Tours start outside the Visitor Center and last approximately 45 minutes. The route will include uphill and downhill stretches, as well as uneven terrain. Restrooms and water fountains are located at the Visitor Center. This tour may be cancelled or modified in the event of inclement weather. For more information, call the Visitor Center at 610-582-8773.

Tours begin outside the Visitor Center

Hands-On History: Molding and Casting

Historically, the casting of iron products was an exact craft, and the moulders who practiced it were among the highest paid of ironworkers. It took years to gain the necessary skills, and the craft was often passed from father to son.During this program, you can try yo......More

Historically, the casting of iron products was an exact craft, and the moulders who practiced it were among the highest paid of ironworkers. It took years to gain the necessary skills, and the craft was often passed from father to son.During this program, you can try your hand as a Hopewell molder! Experience the hands-on process of making a sand mold. Gain a better understanding of the craft of the molder and how they contributed to the furnace operation.This program is free and family friendly. Please note that this experience lasts about 1 hour. 

Program takes place in the Cast House within the historic furnace complex.

Welcome to Hopewell Furnace Walking Tour

What is Hopewell Furnace? Get the inside scoop from a park ranger on this introductory tour of Hopewell Furnace National Historic Site. Explore the historic buildings and landscape. Learn more about the site's history as an iron-making community and beyond, the people w......More

What is Hopewell Furnace? Get the inside scoop from a park ranger on this introductory tour of Hopewell Furnace National Historic Site. Explore the historic buildings and landscape. Learn more about the site's history as an iron-making community and beyond, the people who lived and worked here, and how places like this shaped the nation.Tours start outside the Visitor Center and last approximately 45 minutes. The route will include uphill and downhill stretches, as well as uneven terrain. Restrooms and water fountains are located at the Visitor Center. This tour may be cancelled or modified in the event of inclement weather. For more information, call the Visitor Center at 610-582-8773.

Tours begin outside the Visitor Center

Hands-On History: Molding and Casting

Historically, the casting of iron products was an exact craft, and the moulders who practiced it were among the highest paid of ironworkers. It took years to gain the necessary skills, and the craft was often passed from father to son.During this program, you can try yo......More

Historically, the casting of iron products was an exact craft, and the moulders who practiced it were among the highest paid of ironworkers. It took years to gain the necessary skills, and the craft was often passed from father to son.During this program, you can try your hand as a Hopewell molder! Experience the hands-on process of making a sand mold. Gain a better understanding of the craft of the molder and how they contributed to the furnace operation.This program is free and family friendly. Please note that this experience lasts about 1 hour. 

Program takes place in the Cast House within the historic furnace complex.

Hopewell Furnace and the American Revolution

What role did Hopewell Furnace play during the American Revolution? Join a Park Ranger for this special 20 minute talk to find out more. 

Talks take place in the Cast House.

Welcome to Hopewell Furnace Walking Tour

What is Hopewell Furnace? Get the inside scoop from a park ranger on this introductory tour of Hopewell Furnace National Historic Site. Explore the historic buildings and landscape. Learn more about the site's history as an iron-making community and beyond, the people w......More

What is Hopewell Furnace? Get the inside scoop from a park ranger on this introductory tour of Hopewell Furnace National Historic Site. Explore the historic buildings and landscape. Learn more about the site's history as an iron-making community and beyond, the people who lived and worked here, and how places like this shaped the nation.Tours start outside the Visitor Center and last approximately 45 minutes. The route will include uphill and downhill stretches, as well as uneven terrain. Restrooms and water fountains are located at the Visitor Center. This tour may be cancelled or modified in the event of inclement weather. For more information, call the Visitor Center at 610-582-8773.

Tours begin outside the Visitor Center

Hands-On History: Molding and Casting

Historically, the casting of iron products was an exact craft, and the moulders who practiced it were among the highest paid of ironworkers. It took years to gain the necessary skills, and the craft was often passed from father to son.During this program, you can try yo......More

Historically, the casting of iron products was an exact craft, and the moulders who practiced it were among the highest paid of ironworkers. It took years to gain the necessary skills, and the craft was often passed from father to son.During this program, you can try your hand as a Hopewell molder! Experience the hands-on process of making a sand mold. Gain a better understanding of the craft of the molder and how they contributed to the furnace operation.This program is free and family friendly. Please note that this experience lasts about 1 hour. 

Program takes place in the Cast House within the historic furnace complex.