Columbus Ironworks

The Columbus Ironworks (also known as the Columbus Georgia Convention & Trade Center) was built in 1853. It was listed on the U.S. National Register of Historic Places in 1969.^[1] During the Civil War, the industrial plant produced weapons for the Confederate army. These weapons included cannons, pistols, rifles, and swords.

Location901 Front Avenue, Columbus, Georgia

Coordinates32°27′47″N 84°59′43″W

Built1853

Websitehttp://www.conventiontradecenter.com/

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Columbus Ironworks
U.S. National Register of Historic Places
Columbus Ironworks
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Location	901 Front Avenue, Columbus, Georgia
Coordinates	32°27′47″N 84°59′43″W
Built	1853
Website	http://www.conventiontradecenter.com/
NRHP reference No.	69000046[1]
Added to NRHP	July 29, 1969

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Today, it is used as an event center. Recurring events include local high school dances or dinners, Christmas in the South (a three-day Christmas sale)^{[citation needed]}, NerdaCon and concerts.^[2] In addition to hosting events, the center displays artifacts and factoids from its days as a factory.