CALEDONIA -- Ivan Krugmire turns a metal wheel and -- slowly at first, then faster and faster -- the inside of the old flour mill comes alive with the noisy whirring of shafts, belts, pulleys and ...

Nelson County is home to a rare, completely water-powered mill that has stood the test of time and grown a rich history.

This 1930s educational film showcases the process of turning wheat into whole wheat flour and its transformation into popular food products such as crackers, bread, and waffles. Starting with scenes ...

LEDYARD, Conn. — The Ledyard Up-Down sawmill in Ledyard, Connecticut is a rare surviving example of a technology that was once commonplace – a water-powered up-and-down, or sash-type sawmill. Restored ...

MASON CITY — The water-powered mill that ran for more than 70 years on the Winnebago River north of Mason City was more than a business to Pat (Harris) Hasel.