Hoover Mason Trestle

On this episode of FOCUS we climb atop the Hoover Mason Trestle for a unique view of the Bethlehem Steel Blast Furnaces and walk through the history of this unique landmark. Plus, a look at how the arts, entertainment and educational communities in the area respond to a growing number of Asian residents and visitors. These stories plus, and update on the National Museum of Industrial History from its new Executive Director.

[@BigMoney23223]

It’s just amazing they didn’t demolish it. I’ve been there a few times and it’s incredible to touch history over the handrail. Love flying my drone around the plant. I hope they keep up with preserving it for generations to come

[@edbigtruck]

I walked the length of the tressil for the first time today. It was amazing and I could hear the wind causing some piece or pieces of steel to make a banging sound as if the furnaces were speaking. I use to truck past this plant in mid 90's when it was still in operation.

[@mattstarr8203]

like homestead works is a museum

[@beholden_to_ducks]

we'd be able to see a lot more of the history if that casino wasn't there

[@revzorn]

True, but at least they are making sure some is protected and remains.

[@helives2630]

That casino is a sign of what we've become. You see the power (represented in the mill) and the weakness (represented in the casino) and they present this as a good thing. How can it be anything different, right? Well, that mill built the USA and that casino is tearing down the USA.

[@beholden_to_ducks]

@@helives2630 agreed

[@mattstarr8203]

to think sparrow point Maryland what didn't last a little more than a decade