Beehive Brick Kiln
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The last of nine massive kilns that produced red bricks for buildings in Washington, D.C. and northern Virginia in the early 20th century.

šŸ“œ The last of nine massive beehive brick kilns, a historical monument. šŸ” Produced red bricks for Washington, D.C. and Northern Virginia buildings from 1910 to 1967. Operated by imprisoned laborers.

Why Go

šŸ›ļø Explore a significant industrial heritage site
šŸžļø Located within Occoquan Regional Park
šŸ“š Learn about the Lorton Workhouse Prison and women's suffrage history
šŸ›ļø Learn about early 20th-century construction and prison reform
šŸ“ See an imposing structure: 15 feet tall, 30 feet diameter, with a 40-foot chimney
šŸš¶ Easy access with nearby parking

Why Avoid

šŸš« Access inside the kiln is prohibited

Tips

šŸ…æļø Free parking available within easy walking distance.

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