Barre Granite Quarry

The purity of barre s granite in contrast with the spectacular voice of an opera singer is just breathtaking.

Barre granite quarry.

A spectacular promotional video has been produced in smith quarry showcasing the natural seams in the rock that run horizontally and the deep opaque turquoise water. A full range of memorials from grass markers to mausoleums in every color available medium barre dark barre north. Barre s granite is the finest quality gray granite available on the market. Many sculpture artists prefer it for outdoor sculpture.

The quarry is huge and we were told it could go for another 5000 years with the granite that is there the grounds and surrounding area is beautiful. The unique barre gray. Its exceptional carving capacity makes barre gray ideal for stone sculpture artists allowing them to capture intricate details. Recognized around the world as the finest quality granite.

The granite is mined at the e. We specialize in etching sandblast gold leaf and handcarving. We make granite memorials and markers. Millstone hill in graniteville barre is home to the famous rock of ages barre granite quarry.

Spruce mountain granites creates memorials for every need in america. Barre gray granite is sought after worldwide for its fine grain even texture and superior weather resistance. Since the 1920s the firm has catered to curious visitors to their works offering tours and even an all stone outdoor bowling ally made from their product. Barre granite association 7 jones brothers way barre vermont 05641 telephone.

Long lasting natural stone with unique proportions of quartz and feldspar make it moisture resistant and thermally stable. Compressive strength astm c170. Visiting this place will make you question its origin and existence. Sought after worldwide for its fine grain even texture and superior weather resistance it is the ultimate long lasting choice in any finish.

Hiking exploring visiting monuments and parks are all great options in the coming months but if you are looking for something different perhaps a bit unusual and otherwordly look no further than the rock of ages granite quarry in barre vermont. Smith quarry the world s largest deep hole granite quarry owned by the rock of ages corporation. Our memorials come in special shapes such as angels crosses and books. We offer countless choices.