Knight Foundry

Sutter Creek’s Historic, Industrial Crown Jewel. The Knight Foundry, set in the heart of Sutter Creek, California, is America’s last water-powered foundry and machine shop. Established in 1873 by Samuel Knight, this extraordinary facility includes the unique historic equipment and machinery, still in place in its original context, just as it was during its Gold Rush-era heyday.

Knight Foundry is nationally recognized as a National Historic Mechanical Engineering Landmark and a California Registered Historical Landmark. The Foundry is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and was named by the National Trust for Historic Preservation as one of America’s eleven most endangered historic places.

Amador’s Heritage
As a part of Amador County’s industrial heritage corridor, the Knight Foundry will join the Kennedy Mine, Kennedy Tailing Wheels, Central Eureka Mine, and Miners’ Bend Park to tell the story of how local industry created, and then contributed to, the viability of the Mother Lode communities of Sutter Creek, Amador City, Jackson, and others. The Foundry will serve as an educational resource that provides a unique window into Amador’s history and heritage.

Tours & Events

EXPERIENCE THE KNIGHT FOUNDRY
Join us for our Open Saturdays on the 2nd and 4th Saturday of every month, year-round.

Explore Historic Knight Foundry in action as the crew fires up their historic blacksmithing forge, brings antique machinery to life, and demonstrates the fascinating art of sand casting. With expert docents on hand, you’ll tour at your own pace, discovering stories and skills from a bygone era.

No reservations are needed for either tour day.
Knight Foundry opens at 10 a.m. and closes at 3 p.m. on the 2nd Saturday and at 2 p.m. on the 4th Saturday.

Admission is $15 for adults 18 and older, $5 for students age 5-17, free for children under 5 and Knight Foundry Alliance members.

2025 Scheduled Open Dates

April 12 & 26; May 10 & 24; June 14 & 28; July 12 & 26; August 9 & 23; September 13 & 27; October 11 & 25; November 8 & 22; December 13 & 27

Shop the Gift Shop for unique, beautiful items made by Foundry artisans. Or visit our online Gift Shop.

Discover the compelling history that is historic Knight Foundry!

Private Tours
If your family, group, or organization would like to arrange a private tour of Knight Foundry:

Email info@knightfoundry.com
Or phone 209-560-6160

See you at the Foundry! 81 Eureka Street, Sutter Creek, California 95685

More info: https://knightfoundry.com