Ward Manufacturing Company
Evanston
Tour a century-old brass foundry still casting valve components by hand. Watch molten metal poured, sand molds carved, and precision tooling at every step—industrial craft in real time.
hands-on manufacturing
industrial heritage
guided factory tour
traditional metalworking
Tips
🔥wear closed-toe shoes, the foundry floor gets hot
📸photos allowed, but ask workers before shooting close-ups
⏱️tours move briskly—bring water, stay alert
Ward Manufacturing Company
EvanstonOpens Friday at 7:30 AM
Tour a century-old brass foundry still casting valve components by hand. Watch molten metal poured, sand molds carved, and precision tooling at every step—industrial craft in real time.
hands-on manufacturing
industrial heritage
guided factory tour
traditional metalworking
Tips
🔥wear closed-toe shoes, the foundry floor gets hot
📸photos allowed, but ask workers before shooting close-ups
⏱️tours move briskly—bring water, stay alert