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Hopewell Furnace National Historic Site

National Historic Site — PA

Hopewell Furnace showcases an early American landscape of industrial operations from 1771-1883, Hopewell and other iron plantations laid the foundation for the transformation of the United States into an industrial giant for the time. The park's 848 acres and historic structures illustrate the business, technology and lifestyle of our growing nation.

Current Alerts

  • Park ClosureEast Trail System Parking Area Closed.

    The East Trail System parking area is closed due to storm damage. (Updated 6/24/26)

    More info →

Source: National Park Service.

Upcoming Events

  • Hands-On History: Molding and CastingSun Aug 23 2026
    Program takes place in the Cast House within the historic furnace complex.
  • Hopewell Furnace and the American RevolutionSun Aug 23 2026
    Talks take place in the Cast House.
  • Welcome to Hopewell Furnace Walking TourSun Aug 23 2026
    Tours begin outside the Visitor Center
  • Hands-On History: Molding and CastingSun Aug 23 2026
    Program takes place in the Cast House within the historic furnace complex.
  • Welcome to Hopewell Furnace Walking TourSun Aug 23 2026
    Tours begin outside the Visitor Center
  • Nature Journaling at Hopewell FurnaceSat Aug 29 2026
    Meet at the Visitor Center.
  • Aluminum Casting DemonstrationSat Sep 05 2026
    Demonstrations are located in the Cast House.
  • Hopewell HikesSat Sep 12 2026
  • Nature Journaling at Hopewell FurnaceSat Sep 19 2026
    Meet at the Visitor Center.

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