Dobson Mills facts for kids
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Dobson Mills
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Dobson Mills, September 2010
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 Location in Philadelphia
Location in Pennsylvania
Location in the United States
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| Location | 4001-4041 Ridge Ave.; 3502-3530 Scott's La., Philadelphia, Pennsylvania |
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| Area | 20 acres (8.1 ha) |
| Architect | Lockwood, Greene & Co.; Et al. |
| NRHP reference No. | 88001214 |
| Added to NRHP | July 28, 1988 |
Dobson Mills is a really old group of factory buildings in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It's so important that it's considered a special historic district! This means it's a place with many buildings that are historically important and kept together.
Imagine 19 different buildings, plus some other cool spots, all built between 1858 and 1928. These buildings were made with strong wooden frames and thick brick walls. They stand tall, from two to five stories high.
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What Was Made at Dobson Mills?
The factories at Dobson Mills were busy making lots of cozy things!
Textile Production
- They produced warm blankets.
- They made heavy overcoats to keep people warm.
- They spun wool into yarn.
- They wove beautiful carpets.
- They even created soft, fancy plush fabrics.
These mills were a big part of the textile industry in Philadelphia for many years.
Why Is Dobson Mills Historic?
Dobson Mills is important because it shows us what factories were like a long time ago. It helps us understand how things were made and how people worked in the past.
National Recognition
Because of its history and unique buildings, Dobson Mills was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1988. This is a special list of places in the United States that are worth preserving because of their historical importance.
