Wakefield Rattan Company, Industrial heritage site in Wakefield, Massachusetts, US
The Wakefield Rattan Company facility covered 11 acres of land and manufactured furniture, baby carriages, and various household items from rattan palm stems.
Founded in 1851 by Cyrus Wakefield, the company grew to employ 1,000 workers by 1873 and became the world's primary manufacturer of rattan products.
The company's influence extended beyond manufacturing, as demonstrated by South Reading's decision to rename the town to Wakefield in honor of its founder.
The manufacturing complex stood until 1972 when a fire destroyed most buildings, leaving only four structures that received National Register status in 1989.
The company developed specialized machinery and looms specifically designed for processing rattan and creating woven chair seats and floor coverings.
Location: Wakefield
Inception: 1889
Address: 134 Water Street
GPS coordinates: 42.50306,-71.06639
Latest update: September 23, 2025 14:24
Common District
661 m
House at 20 Lawrence Street
820 m
House at 113 Salem Street
673 m
House at 23 Avon Street
629 m
Item Building
456 m
House at 23 Lawrence Street
929 m
United States Post Office–Wakefield Main
505 m
Massachusetts State Armory
369 m
House at 7 Salem Street
687 m
House at 8 Park Street
524 m
House at 15 Lawrence Avenue
877 m
House at 12 West Water Street
429 m
House at 18 Park Street
489 m
Michael Sweetser House
634 m
House at 40 Crescent Street
214 m
E. Boardman House
645 m
House at 21 Chestnut Street
685 m
House at 25 Avon Street
695 m
House at 15 Chestnut Street
619 m
House at 193 Vernon Street
929 m
House at 5 Bennett Street
448 m
Yale Avenue Historic District
614 m
House at 19–21 Salem Street
676 m
Flanley's Block
481 m
Dr. S. O. Richardson House
895 m
House at 38 Salem Street
669 m
Church-Lafayette Streets Historic District
925 m
Emerson-Franklin Poole House
667 mReviews
Visited this place? Tap the stars to rate it and share your experience / photos with the community! Try now! You can cancel it anytime.
Discover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes