Tobiashammer, Technology museum in Ohrdruf, Germany
Tobiashammer is a technology museum in Ohrdruf, Germany, featuring five operational trip hammers, a rolling mill, stamp mill, grinding workshop, and furnaces powered by four water wheels. The site encompasses a large outdoor area where exhibitions and events are regularly held.
The site was founded in 1482 as a hammer forge on the Ohra River and received its name from Tobias Albrecht, who acquired it in 1592. The location served as a center of metal production and manufacturing for centuries.
The site bears the name of Tobias Albrecht, its 16th-century owner, and attracts metalworkers from around the world who gather here regularly. Blacksmiths convene to create sculptures together, which are then displayed in the surrounding park.
Visitors should book in advance to participate in guided tours and see the working machinery in action. The main pathways across the grounds lead to the various workshops and exhibition areas.
The workshop produced kettle drums from single pieces of copper using craft techniques that resulted in instruments with superior sound quality. This specialized branch of metalworking was a distinction that set the craft apart from other forges.
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