Reading Hardware Company, Industrial heritage complex in Reading, Pennsylvania.
The Reading Hardware Company comprises five brick buildings and a butt works facility situated along South 6th Street and Canal Street.
The industrial complex, constructed in the late 19th century, manufactured essential hardware products during Pennsylvania's industrial expansion period.
The buildings demonstrate the evolution of construction methods, from timber frame to reinforced concrete, reflecting technological advancements in American manufacturing.
The property maintains its status on the National Register of Historic Places since 1997, making it eligible for preservation grants and tax incentives.
The factory complex combines different architectural styles from multiple construction periods, displaying both 19th-century brick and 20th-century concrete elements.
Location: Pennsylvania
GPS coordinates: 40.32560,-75.92720
Latest update: March 11, 2025 04:23
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