Pratt, Read and Company Factory Complex

The factory complex contains two distinct sections along Deep River, featuring a five-story brick building with an entry tower and a four-story concrete structure.

Established in 1863, the Pratt, Read and Company Factory Complex processed ivory for combs, buttons, and piano keys until the early twentieth century.

The facility represents Connecticut's industrial legacy through its transformation from ivory processing to residential spaces, marking shifts in manufacturing and urban development.

Located at 92 Main Street between Spring Street and Bridge Street, the complex occupies 9.5 acres of land adjacent to Deep River.

The 1913 section demonstrates pioneering use of reinforced concrete in industrial construction, designed by Ernest J. Ransome.

Location: Connecticut

GPS coordinates: 41.39028,-72.43944

Latest update: March 9, 2025 12:18