Tremont Nail Factory District

The Tremont Nail Factory District is an industrial complex in Wareham with multiple buildings and production facilities from the 1800s. The main structure features a distinctive bell tower from 1851 and was powered by water to operate approximately 60 nail-making machines.

The site began as a cotton mill built in the early 1800s and was partially damaged during the War of 1812. Afterward, the location was converted into a nail manufacturing center where it remained active through the late 1800s.

The factory displays architecture from its founding era and preserves machinery from the 1800s that visitors can observe today. The site tells the story of how workers labored and what techniques they used during industrial times.

The complex consists of multiple structures over 100 years old that can be explored on foot and preserve the original equipment. It is best visited during daylight to see the details of the buildings and machinery clearly.

The factory produced specialized cut nails that were used across America for construction projects and played a key role in trade development. These nails were more advanced than earlier production methods and enabled more efficient building.

Location: Massachusetts

GPS coordinates: 41.76639,-70.72222

Latest update: December 14, 2025 15:02