📜 Thomas Edison's experimental cast-in-place concrete houses, patented in 1917, were an attempt at affordable, fireproof housing. 🔍 Though a commercial failure, some examples still stand today, notably in Montclair, New Jersey. # Why Go 🏛️ Explore a unique piece of architectural history and Edison's lesser-known endeavors. 💡 See an early precursor to modern 3D-printed housing concepts and an early 20th-century housing innovation. 🏡 Witness Edison's architectural vision and see a lovingly restored example at 303 North Mountain Avenue in Montclair. 📚 Learn about a significant, albeit failed, historical project. # Why Avoid 🏠 Limited scope, primarily viewing residential buildings from the exterior. 🚶 Not an interactive museum, more of a historical landmark. # Tips 📍 The map coordinates point to 303 North Mountain Avenue in Montclair for the best-restored example. 🗺️ Other examples exist in Phillipsburg, New Jersey, and Gary, Indiana.