Union-Eisenwerke
Name of the Abandoned Place: Union-Eisenwerke
Date: 30.04.2023
Time: 11:30am
Weather: Sunny
Type of Lost Place: Factory
Hazards: As far as I can remember, there were no specific hazards present.
Protective Clothing/Equipment:
- Camera/Smartphone
- Gloves
- Flashlight
History and Background: The Union Ironworks was founded in 1856 by the steel wholesaler Schemman and the metalware manufacturer Thiel. In 1868, the Miether brothers bought the factory and ran it until 1878. From 1878 to 1903, it was managed by Herman Wupperman.
Observations/Impressions: Only the buildings remained, no inventory. Everything was very old and decaying, with a lot of vandalism.
What I Liked Most: The fern
Vandalism: Present in the form of destruction and arson.
Condition: Poor
Notes: We encountered two graffiti artists on the day. There are rumors that row houses will be built on the premises.