Cheney Brothers Historic District
Cheney Brothers Historic District, Silk manufacturing historic district in Manchester, Connecticut
The 175-acre district contains 275 structures including silk mills, worker residences, churches, schools, and Cheney family mansions arranged in a planned layout.
Established in 1838, the Cheney Brothers pioneered silk processing techniques and created the first American company to successfully spin and weave silk materials.
The district features Cheney Hall from 1867, which serves as a theater venue, alongside multiple museums dedicated to local history and firefighting heritage.
Walking tours provided by the Manchester Historical Society allow visitors to explore the district's buildings, including the preserved silk mills and mansion grounds.
The district housed the largest private passenger railroad in the United States, built by the Cheney family in 1869 to transport materials and workers.
Location: Connecticut
Elevation above the sea: 62 m
GPS coordinates: 41.76450,-72.52550
Latest update: April 4, 2025 21:43
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