Warren Foster Psychiatric Center |
Founded in the late 1790's, this state owned psychiatric hospital is the oldest in the state and one of the oldest in the country. This center has served the area's mental health needs for well over 2...
Posted by Eximo Edifice on Wed, 22 Aug 2007 07:21:00 PST |
Augusta State Psychiatric Center |
Dating back to the early 19th century, this hospital has been providing psychiatric care to the state for over 150 years and continues to do so to this day. While at one time harsh practices like hydr...
Posted by Eximo Edifice on Mon, 06 Aug 2007 10:19:00 PST |
The Stocking Co. |
This sleeping giant was built during the industrial boom of the mid 19th century. At the time this stocking and dress mill was the largest employer in the county. After over 30 years of neglect, the p...
Posted by Eximo Edifice on Tue, 10 Jul 2007 03:55:00 PST |
The Hall of the Holy Saints |
Built circa 1890, this Roman Catholic Church was once the pride of the community. Boasting ornate architecture, stunning 100+ year old stain glass windows, and a breath-taking golden altar; this churc...
Posted by Eximo Edifice on Fri, 01 Jun 2007 01:22:00 PST |
Eagle River Power Plant |
This plant opened its doors in 1925 and supplied the surrounding area with electricity for 60 years until it shut down in 1985. The ornate architecture and grandeur are a testament to the craftsmen wh...
Posted by Eximo Edifice on Tue, 15 May 2007 06:03:00 PST |
Bethlehem Steel |
Built in 1857, This mamoth of a steel mill covers almost 3 square miles of land. These ruins are a mase of blast furnaces, turbine halls, warehouses, and workshops. At the time of this flagship manufa...
Posted by Eximo Edifice on Sun, 13 May 2007 09:21:00 PST |
Columbia Gas and Electric Generating Station |
This monolithic power plant was built from stone and concrete in 1905. Sadly it would not get to see a century of production.When Columbia was constructed, she was the biggest power pla...
Posted by Eximo Edifice on Fri, 09 Mar 2007 12:56:00 PST |
Fuller State School |
This State run ICF/MR facility was built in the 1930s as a permanent home for unwanted children with developmental disabilities. Many people lived their entire lives in this cottage style asylum while...
Posted by Eximo Edifice on Wed, 21 Feb 2007 09:04:00 PST |
Roseville State School |
The Roseville State School was originally established in 1888 as "The Asylum and Training School for the feeble minded". Over the years the center went through many name changes and a checked past wit...
Posted by Eximo Edifice on Mon, 05 Feb 2007 10:18:00 PST |
Eastern River Power Plant |
I have no official history or information about this power plant. I am not even 100% sure when it closed or when it opened. I do know that in February of 2005 there was a fire but there was no serious...
Posted by Eximo Edifice on Fri, 02 Feb 2007 08:33:00 PST |
