Typical of New England mills, the Collins Company axe factory was sited on a river (the Farmington). The company closed its doors in 1966, but the factory buildings remain and are now rented out to local businesses. Some aspects of the buildings have fallen into disrepair, like the missing wooden deck structure outside the blue door. I sure hope no one tries to use that door as a fire exit.
Inspiration: Thursday Doors.
Sheree
Fabulous
Note to Traveler
Thanks so much!
Sheree
You’re welcome
100 Country Trek
Love that image.
Note to Traveler
Thank you! It’s one of my favorite places to visit whenever I’m in CT.
sustainabilitea
That must have been quite a building in its day. I love the colors and your photos are very attractive.
janet
Note to Traveler
Thank you, Janet. The Axe Factory must have been busy in its day. There are quite a few buildings in the complex, most of them painted that dark shade of red. I’m happy that the town has kept up this historic property.
Teresa
Awesome image!
Note to Traveler
Many thanks, Teresa.
Janis @ RetirementallyChallenged.com
Love it!
Note to Traveler
Thanks, Janis. It’s one of my favorite places to photograph when I’m back east.