Furnace Town Historic Site

At Furnace Town Historic Site, our approach to fulfilling our mission involves a multi-faceted strategy that intertwines historical preservation with environmental stewardship.

We actively seek to restore and maintain historic structures, such as the Nassawango Iron Furnace, the blacksmith shop, and the weaving house, ensuring that they remain accurate representations of 19th-century industrial life.

Our educational programs are a cornerstone of our efforts, offering local students and visitors alike, hands-on experiences and demonstrations in historic crafts, thereby bringing the past to life.

We place a strong emphasis on environmental education, highlighting how historical industries interacted with and depended on the natural environment. This includes showcasing sustainable practices of the past and encouraging contemporary environmental awareness.

Additionally, we engage in ongoing research to deepen our understanding of the site's history and ecology, ensuring that our interpretations remain dynamic and fact-based. Through these concerted efforts, Furnace Town Historic Site hopes to not only preserve a crucial piece of Maryland's heritage but also serve as a model for integrating historical education with environmental consciousness.