Edward G. Acheson House, National Historic Landmark residence in Monongahela, US.
The Edward G. Acheson House stands as a two-story brick building with an L-shaped layout and hip roof at 908 West Main Street.
Between 1890 and 1895, inventor Edward G. Acheson created carborundum, a revolutionary silicon carbide substance, through experiments conducted in this house.
The residence represents the scientific progress of the late 19th century, marking a period of industrial advancement in American materials engineering.
A historical marker installed by the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission indicates the location of this private residence to visitors.
The house contains the original summer kitchen where Acheson discovered silicon carbide by fusing clay and powdered coke with electric current.
Location: Monongahela
GPS coordinates: 40.20526,-79.93316
Latest update: March 8, 2025 00:42
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