Strouse, Adler Company Corset Factory

The Strouse, Adler Company Corset Factory, located in New Haven, Connecticut, is a historic site that showcases the city's industrial heritage. Established in 1861, it became the nation's first corset manufacturer and played a significant role in making New Haven the leading producer of corsets by the 1890s. The factory complex, developed between 1876 and 1923, features a mix of Italianate and neo-Classical architectural styles across its interconnected brick buildings. After ceasing operations in 1998, the site was transformed into residential units and was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2002, making it a notable destination for those interested in industrial history and architecture.