Join local historian Ed Kirby for the story of how Salisbury’s Iron District transformed our nation.
Presenting “Visions of iron”: a 30-minute documentary at the American Legion Hall in Millerton on April 7th at 7pm.
March 21, 2009—Millerton, NY, Hailed as the “Metal of Heaven”, iron is responsible for the transformation of our civilization. In the early 1700’s, Salisbury was center of iron making in America.
Join historian Ed Kirby on Tuesday, April 7th at 7pm when the North East Historical Society presents the documentary film “Visions of Iron” at the American Legion Hall in Millerton, NY.
The 30-minute documentary narrated by Ed Kirby explores the iron forges and furnaces of the Salisbury Iron District. At one time, there were 44 furnaces in this North East region -- furnaces that led to the building and rich cultural heritage of towns in this area.
“Visions of Iron” brings the sounds and scenes of the region’s iron industry to life as Ed Kirby weaves the narrative thread of iron making in the area. Meet the men and women who were the driving force of the region’s historic and dramatic development. Produced by the Sharon Historical Society, the film was filmed on location in the area.
A native of Sharon, CT, Ed Kirby is a retired educator who is child of Irish Immigrants who worked in the iron industry. With a interest in the local history, geology and industrial archaeology, Ed Kirby’s dedication to the region’s industrial past has led to the preservation of several historic sites including the Beckley Furnace in East Canaan, CT.
Following the film, Ed Kirby will host a question and answer session. Everyone is welcome. and admission is free. Refreshments will be served.
Copies of the Ed Kirby’s Vision of Iron DVD will be available for $15, along with copies of the Echoes of Iron book for $20. All sales will go to benefit and support the Sharon Historical Society.
