Part of the Works of the Central Furniture Company.

Part of the Works of the Central Furniture Company.

A reproduction photograph depicting the Central Furniture Company, established 1872 and organized by L. D. Upson and E. L. Herrick along with forty-six other Swedish workers and shareholders who each contributed $500.00. The factory was located on Mill St. at the corner of Race St. in Rockford's Water Power District. A man can be seen standing in a small boat on the Rock River in front of one of the furniture company's buildings. Central Furniture closed in the mid to late 1930s. For an additional view, see photo 2007.1.13.

circa late 19th century

Midway Village Museum

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Still Image

2007.1.12

Photograph

7.5" x 9.5"