BEEHIVES - 18 Feb 2012
These "beehives" as they are nicknamed were part of the Gridley Iron Works in Wassaic, NY.  By the mid-19th century, the iron industry in Wassaic was thriving.  In 1844, Noah Gridley and his son, William purchased the small iron works.  By 1843, ten furnaces in and around Amenia were producing 10,000 tons of iron.  I have passed by these "beehives" a thousand times and never noticed these located in the woods just off Route 22.   There are 2 furnaces remaining.