Warwick Furnace Farms

Warwick Furnace Farms is a historic district in northern Chester County, Pennsylvania, featuring the ruins of an early iron furnace established in 1737 by Anna Rutter Nutt. This site played a significant role in American history, supplying iron for the USS Monitor during the Civil War and producing the first Franklin stoves. The 786.4-acre area, listed on the National Register of Historic Places since 1976, includes the ironmaster's house and workers' residences, which are part of an operational farm today. Nearby attractions include other historic sites related to early iron production, making it a fascinating destination for tourists and researchers interested in industrial history and heritage conservation.