Canton in Norfolk County, Massachusetts — The American Northeast (New England)
Birthplace of U.S. Copper Industry
Photographed by Diane Zogalis, circa 1995
1. Birthplace of U.S. Copper Industry Marker
Here he rolled copper successfully for the first time in America. Thus beginning one of the most vital industries in this country.
The business he established here under the Revere family name grown into the nation's largest and oldest independent copper fabricator.
Revere Copper and Brass Incorporated
Erected 1951 by Canton Historical Society.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Colonial Era • Industry & Commerce • Patriots & Patriotism. A significant historical year for this entry is 1801.
Location. 42° 9.354′ N, 71° 9.018′ W. Marker is in Canton, Massachusetts, in Norfolk County. It can be reached from Revere Street. The marker is in the for Plymouth Rubber complex. The land has been sold and the new owners are trying to tear down the factory to build condos. The marker is on the oldest building on the property but security guards will not allow access. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Canton MA 02021, United States of America.
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Regionally, this marker is in Greater Boston. It is also in the American Northeast, in New England, and on the Eastern Seaboard. Globally, it is in the North Atlantic Region, North America, the Western Hemisphere, the Western World, and the Anglosphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once one of the original Thirteen Colonies.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Made in Canton (a few steps from this marker); The Canton Viaduct (a few steps from this marker); Paul Revere Heritage Site (within shouting distance of this marker); From Brown Field to Green Park (within shouting distance of this marker); Copper Rolling Mill (within shouting distance of this marker); A View Across Time (within shouting distance of this marker); Immigrants, The Key to the Site’s Success (within shouting distance of this marker); A Long, Rich History (within shouting distance of this marker). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Canton.
Photographed by Bryan Simmons, August 17, 2011
2. Birthplace of U.S. Copper Industry Marker
Marker can be seen above doorway on brick building
Photographed by Bryan Simmons, August 17, 2011
3. Birthplace of U.S. Copper Industry Marker
The lone remaining wooden building on the property is a barn built by Paul Revere's Son
Credits. This page was last revised on June 16, 2016. It was originally submitted on June 6, 2012, by Bryan Simmons of Attleboro, Massachusetts. This page has been viewed 752 times since then and 25 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on June 6, 2012, by Bryan Simmons of Attleboro, Massachusetts. • Craig Swain was the editor who published this page.
