Cloth factory building
Cloth factory building, Federal cultural heritage site in Gatchina, Russia.
Description
The cloth factory is a two-story brick structure with red walls and evenly spaced windows located on Dostoevsky Street. Its symmetrical facade shows the straightforward industrial design typical of Russia's manufacturing period.
History
The factory was built in 1794 and became one of the main textile production centers in the region. Its operations shaped the local economy and contributed to the area's industrial growth during the 1800s.
Culture
The building shows how factories once operated in this city and the working conditions people experienced there. The red brick walls and window patterns reflect the industrial labor culture that shaped this place.
Practical
The building sits directly on Dostoevsky Street and is easy to find. You can view the brick structure from the street and see it from different angles.
Did you know?
The factory was more than just a workplace - it directly shaped how the city of Gatchina developed and grew. Many residents of the town owed their livelihoods to employment at this site.
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