Black and white image photo of the Charlestown Bridge in 1945, with a train crossing it. Granite stone block piers are visible below the span.

HARVESTING HISTORY: THE GRANITE WALL BLOCKS OF BOSTON’S CHARLESTOWN BRIDGE

AtStone Farm, we’re constantly seeking out potential reclamations that will yield antique stone like beautiful granite wall blocks. So, we were beyond excited when we were approached about he Charlestown Bridge (also known as the North Washington Street Bridge) in Boston. Old dimensional stone blocks aren’t easy to find, and this bridge had thousands of them. To better understand our …

Thin Brick Veneer Focus: The Perfect Marriage of Brick and Beer

There is a strong history between brick and beer. According to the book “The Material Culture of Breweries,” the first brick brewery was built in 1893 in Grangeville, Idaho, beginning a rich tradition of pairing a product and aesthetic which evoke similar feelings. It is no surprise that some of the most famous breweries feature brick, as it provides an …