Carbide building
Built in 1920 – 1940, municipal monument
Past
This is one of only a few small buildings on the site. The carbide installation in the building made the gas for the blacksmiths’ torches and the carbide lamps. The same acetylene gas was used as a pesticide to tackle moles, rats, and mice. A wetted piece of carbide was pushed into the hole or passage and the gas released did the rest.
From 1961, the carbide building served as a glass and paint store. The basement has a ceiling made from unique glass bricks.
Present
This is currently the home of Gunpowderstudio, an intimate, contemporary space for photo shoots, film shoots, team meetings, creative sessions, workshops, and presentations.
More information: https://gunpowderstudio.com/
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