Pickwick Mill, Minnesota







"Pickwick Mill 
Built 1854 - 1858
Named By Mary Davis In 1857 After Reading Charles Dickens Novel, Pickwick Papers
Signed Donated By Worldwide Dicken's Fellowship
Open May to Oct Wednesday to Sunday
Or By Appointment Call 457 0499
Open
Noon To 5 PM"

24813 County Road 7, Winona, Minnesota 55987

I would think that this mill might be one of the tallest mills, not that I have been taking notes (measurements of) or anything it just felt that way, there were so many stairs, four levels, had me so curious to chat with someone ... I wonder? Very cool. Cute to recall, this was like the first or second mill we have been in with the virus going on - wearing a mask - it is not easy to breathe and makes it extra interesting when climbing stairs. My hubby took some really cool shots through the windows in the upper levels, had to share! Was shocked they worked out so well, I had to skip over several I wanted to share of the gears and wheels because they were so fuzzy??! Lighting is always a problem. Thanks, for stopping by today. Hope you are well. Take Care. Beth ( ;

Comments

eileeninmd said…
Hello Beth,

Great shots of the Mill. I like the last shot of the wheel. Take care, have a happy new week!
1/24/21, 6:36 AM
Sandi said…
That is a beautiful view from the window!
1/24/21, 7:30 AM
Jenn Jilks said…
Those old mills are interesting! Nice trip!
1/24/21, 7:54 AM
This N That said…
That's a big Mill..Not as pretty as some..Thanks for sharing!!
1/24/21, 4:04 PM
Ruth Hiebert said…
All of the pictures are great. I do like the ones through the window.
1/24/21, 7:07 PM
William Kendall said…
A beautiful mill. We have one here, but it's hard to get to if one doesn't drive.
1/25/21, 7:03 PM
Linda said…
Interesting mill! Yes, the inner machinery is often in the dark.
1/28/21, 1:09 AM
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