Hagley Museum near Wilmington in New Castle County, Delaware — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)

Stone Boat

Photographed By William Fischer, Jr., August 30, 2023

1. Stone Boat Marker

Inscription.

Once a piece of stone was cut to size, the "STONE BOAT" (sled) was used to transport it to the construction site. After loading the stone onto the boat utilizing the "DERRICK," this sled-like implement would be harnessed to a horse and taken to the desired site. The two hardwood runners were not only very durable, but they would ensure that no sparks were produced while dragging it across rough terrain. This sled was economical to build and simple to repair in comparison with a wagon or wheeled cart.

Erected by Hagley Museum.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Industry & Commerce.

Location. 39° 46.74′ N, 75° 34.413′ W. Marker is near Wilmington, Delaware, in New Castle County. It is in Hagley Museum. Marker is at the intersection of Hagley Creek Road and Blacksmith Hill Road, on the left when traveling north on Hagley Creek Road. Marker is on the Hagley Museum grounds, reachable on foot from the tram stop at the Millwright Shop, after paying the entrance fee. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 200 Hagley Creek Road, Wilmington DE 19807, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Stone Quarry (here, next to this marker); Hagley Rocks! (here, next to this marker); Millwright Shop

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(a few steps from this marker); Site A: Millwright Shop (a few steps from this marker); The Powdermen (within shouting distance of this marker); Hercules "Type A" Turbine Water Wheel (within shouting distance of this marker); The Evolution of the Incorporating Process (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); J.E. Rhoads & Sons of Delaware Tanbark Stone (about 300 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Wilmington.

Also see . . .
1. Brandywine River Powder Mills. (Submitted on September 2, 2023, by William Fischer, Jr. of Scranton, Pennsylvania.)
2. Hagley Museum and Library. (Submitted on September 2, 2023, by William Fischer, Jr. of Scranton, Pennsylvania.)
3. Make Your Own Stone Boat to Haul Rocks From Fields. (Submitted on September 2, 2023, by William Fischer, Jr. of Scranton, Pennsylvania.)

Stone Boat, Derrick, and Marker image. Click for full size.

Photographed By William Fischer, Jr., August 30, 2023

2. Stone Boat, Derrick, and Marker

Stone Boat is in shadow behind the smaller marker at right

Credits. This page was last revised on February 11, 2024. It was originally submitted on September 2, 2023, by William Fischer, Jr. of Scranton, Pennsylvania. This page has been viewed 67 times since then and 22 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on September 2, 2023, by William Fischer, Jr. of Scranton, Pennsylvania.