Near Weirton in Hancock County, West Virginia — The American South (Appalachia)
Peter Tarr Furnace
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Industry & Commerce. In addition, it is included in the Appalachian Iron Furnaces series list. A significant historical month for this entry is April 1801.
Location. 40° 26.243′ N, 80° 34.365′ W. Marker is near Weirton, West Virginia, in Hancock County. Marker can be reached from the intersection of King's Creek Road and Patricia Drive, on the right when traveling west. Located at the Peter Tarr Furnace site. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Weirton WV 26062, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 3 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies. A different marker also named Peter Tarr Furnace (approx. 1.1 miles away); Three Springs Church (approx. 1.1 miles away); Sgt. Nathaniel Shae Rock (approx. 2.4 miles away in Ohio); Toronto Ohio Mayors (approx. 2.4 miles away in Ohio); Soldiers and Sailors Monument / Guiseppe Moretti (approx. 2.4 miles away in Ohio); Veterans Victory Pavilion (approx. 2.4 miles away in Ohio); Toronto World War Memorial (approx. 2.4 miles away in Ohio); Gold Star Mothers Memorial (approx. 2.4 miles away in Ohio). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Weirton.
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