The 1892 Kidd Blacksmith Shop:The blacksmith shop was the village hardware store in Illinois' early days. The blacksmith made a wide variety of items including tools, barn door hinges, irons for a kitchen fireplace, runners for a sled, wagon springs, door latches, pots and pans and harness hardware. Built in 1892 for William Curtin, the blacksmith shop of the LaSalle County Historical Society has only served as such its entire life. Several smiths had shops in the building, including Luther Acuff, William Arthur, and John Kidd. Kidd was in business from 1941 until his death in 1969. The Society purchased the building from Mrs. Violet Kidd in 1972, and extensive restoration was done during the next few years. Most of the original tools and equipment remain in the shop.
Arlington, IL
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