Oxford Furnace

Oxford Furnace is a stone structure from the colonial period featuring thick walls and a central shaft designed for smelting iron ore. The structure demonstrates the technical features of early American iron production.

The furnace was built in 1741 and played a key role in supplying iron materials during the American Revolution. Later technical advances improved its production capabilities significantly.

The furnace served as a vital hub for iron production in early America and helped shape the region's identity as an industrial center.

The site is located in a historic industrial district and is accessible to visitors interested in early American manufacturing techniques. The best time to visit is during warmer months when the grounds are easy to explore.

This furnace was one of the first facilities in America built at an iron ore mining location, reducing transportation costs significantly. This location combined raw material availability with direct production capacity in one area.

Location: Oxford Township

Inception: 1741

Part of: Oxford Industrial Historic District

GPS coordinates: 40.80390,-74.99780

Latest update: December 14, 2025 12:21