From Carrie Clark, the woman who lit the first fires of the Carrie Furnaces in 1884, to real-life Rosie the Riveters who powered production during World War II, this two-hour specialty tour set in the Carrie Furnaces follows the lives of women who worked in the mills of the Monongahela River Valley. The tour focuses on the opportunities and challenges of women's industrial work during the rise of steel manufacturing in the 19th century, and it narrates their indelible influence on mill life all the way through labor contracts won in the 20th century.

For folks looking to learn about the site's iron-making technology, please select tickets for the Industrial Tour, as that content is not covered during She Worked in a Mill.

WHAT TO KNOW BEFORE YOU GO

As a former industrial site, there are a few things to keep in mind to ensure an enjoyable visit.

• Active Restoration Work: The Carrie Blast Furnaces National Historic Landmark is currently an active construction site undergoing a multiyear restoration effort. Due to ongoing construction activity, access to certain areas included in the tour may be limited or restricted at times. We understand this may cause disappointment, but we kindly ask for your understanding and patience as we work to preserve and enhance this historic site for future generations to enjoy. Thank you for your cooperation.
• What to wear: The majority of each tour is outside; please dress for the weather. Additionally, the ground is uneven—sensible shoes are a must. Sneakers or boots are recommended. Open-toed shoes and high heels are prohibited.
• Hard hats are required to be worn for the duration of your tour. If you have a hard hat, please feel free to bring it. For those who need one, a hard hat will be provided and collected after the tour. Hats are disinfected between uses.  
• Restrooms & concessions: The rawness of the site is certainly part of its charm. However, that rawness also limits the creature comforts many of us are accustomed to, like running water. Portable bathrooms and wash stations are available. Food amenities are generally not available (with some exceptions, such as food trucks at festivals).
• Photography: Photography is permitted. For safety reasons, videography and drones are prohibited.
• Accessibility: Handicapped parking is available, but the grounds covered during tours are not wheelchair accessible.
• COVID-19 Policies: Please be advised of our current COVID-19 policies. 
• Liability: By purchasing admission tickets, all visitors are required to sign a liability waiver and consent to be photographed (PDF).
• Admission: Site access is limited to guided tours, workshops, and events. Unless otherwise noted, all admissions are ticketed.
• Duration: Allow two hours for your tour.
• Children: While kids of all ages are welcome, the tour content is recommended for children ages 8+.
• Location: The Carrie Blast Furnaces are located at 801 Carrie Furnace Blvd. Pittsburgh, PA 15218.