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Come visit the unique and historical village of Catoctin Furnace! The Catoctin Furnace Historical Society, Inc. focuses on commemorating, studying, and preserving the rich history of the village.

We are an all-volunteer operation, and we are dedicated to collecting and preserving documents, artifacts, photographs, and other objects that hold historical heritage from Thurmont. Our museum is …

Learn the story of Catoctin Iron Furnace through conserved artifacts and interpretive exhibits. A highlight of the museum are two forensic facial reconstructions. In the 1970's, a highway expansion project …

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Erected by British and Hessian prisoners of war in 1777, the Hessian Barracks held prisoners from the Revolutionary War and the War of 1812. Later, the Barracks were used as an armory, a Civil War …

Museums host a much wider range of objects than a library, and they usually focus on a specific theme, such as the arts, science, natural history or local history.

In the heart of the village, the Collier’s Log House and the Museum of the Ironworker have been carefully restored by the Society. An interpretative trail connects the furnace area to the Museum of the …

In operation from 1776 to 1905, founders, miners, clerks, charcoal makers, storekeepers, teamsters and others came together under the iron master's supervision. Visit The Catoctin Furnace African …

We’re excited to introduce another incredible Maryland Corps/Service Year Option member to the Catoctin Furnace Historical Society (CFHS)! 🔹 Prior to joining the team, Nicholas was a student …

Schifferstadt Architectural Museum 7003 Glen Court Frederick, MD 21702 (301) 663-3885 Website 11.6 miles from Thurmont, MD