Eleutherian Mills, Gunpowder mill in Brandywine Valley, Delaware, US
The stone buildings of Eleutherian Mills sit along the Brandywine River, featuring Georgian architecture with symmetrical proportions and industrial structures.
E.I. du Pont established this gunpowder manufacturing facility in 1802 after purchasing 95 acres from Jacob Broom for $6,740 following his arrival from France.
The du Pont family residence at Eleutherian Mills demonstrates the integration of French and American industrial traditions through its garden design and manufacturing methods.
The Hagley Museum, located at the former mill site, maintains regular operating hours from Monday through Saturday, offering guided tours of manufacturing buildings.
Between 1802 and 1921, the facility experienced 288 documented explosions, leading to significant safety improvements in gunpowder manufacturing processes.
Location: Delaware
GPS coordinates: 39.78060,-75.57500
Latest update: May 27, 2025 14:04
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