West Cocalico’s Highland Mill: A Living Relic from Lancaster County’s Milling Era

Own a Piece of Lancaster County Milling History 🏡 Here's your chance to own a rare…

Unlocking the Secrets of Drumore Mill: A Lancaster Landmark Lost to Time

Nestled deep in the wooded hills of southern Lancaster County, along the banks of Fishing Creek,…

Chain of Title: An Adventure to Uncover the 350-Year Legacy of the Old Grist Mill

Dive into an incredible journey with Christopher Scott's new book, Chain of Title! It all started…

Hell’s Funnel and the Tragedy of Strasburg’s Sides Mill

In November of 1935, a grim story unfolded along Sides Mill Road outside Strasburg, Pennsylvania, that…

Oliver Evans: Father of Automated Milling

Oliver Evans (1755-1819) was an American inventor best known for his contributions to the milling industry.…

Former 1822 Edisonville Mill begins new chapter as ‘Olde Village Mill’ events venue

On Friday, at a special open house event, I had the opportunity to tour the former…

Exploring Share’s Mill and Headrace Tunnel

Over the years, I've driven past this curious tunnel on Anderson Ferry Road between Marietta and…

Visit one of Lancaster County’s Hidden Treasures: Mascot Roller Mills

Step back in time and visit a working water-powered grist mill—one of only two in Lancaster…

The Beautiful Drumore Mill: Home to the Peach Bottom Slate waterfall, former Civil War lookout, and underground railroad stop

Discover the magically retreat known as the Drumore Mill. This 30-acre property nestled among the hills…

Baumgardner’s Mill: Grinding out property disputes, sabotage, and foul play

Today Baumgardner's Mill sits quietly along Covered Bridge Road in Pequea Township. But more than 100…

Sickman’s Mill: A stone monument to a forgotten time

Sickman's Mill located along the banks of the Pequea Creek is a monument to a forgotten…