Thurmont Iron Smelters Village, Maryland, 20th CenturyThis vintage photograph captures a unique iron smelters village located in Thurmont, Frederick County, Maryland. The image showcases houses constructed from log and heavy stone, complemented by meticulously maintained gardens and white picket fences. This setting offers a glimpse into the early industrial community that once thrived in this area, reflecting the architectural style and domestic life of its time. Taken as part of the Carnegie Survey of

this photograph is a valuable piece of history

highlighting its historical significance and aesthetic appeal

the structure was repurposed as a residence and has remained in the hands of descendants of its builder

Wisconsin from 1874: see the history behind this piece in the KNOWOL library

The image features prominent elements such as chimneys and porches

even as it faces the challenges of decay

the structure features a two-story frame with distinctive columns adorning the gallery

showcases a historic building located in Queen Anne County

Beautifully restored map of Azusa

offering insights into the design trends that shaped communities in the early 1900s

and sea creatures are scattered across the view

shedding light on the harsh realities of child labor in the agricultural sector during the Great Depression