Hook Windmill

The Hook Windmill is a traditional smock mill with a conical roof and large sails that drive the millstones inside. The structure stands on North Main Street and houses the complete milling equipment from the early 1800s.

Builder Nathaniel Dominy V constructed this mill in 1806, and it ground grain for the region for nearly a century. The mill ceased operation in the early 1900s as newer methods replaced traditional milling.

The mill shows how people processed grain and the role this work played in the community's daily life. You can observe how the machinery worked together to mill grain for local farmers.

The location is easily accessible near the town center and opens during summer months for visitors. It is best to wear comfortable shoes and expect narrow interior stairs when exploring the mill.

Inside stands a central support post roughly 24 inches (61 cm) wide, which is larger than any other surviving mill on Long Island. This massive timber carries the entire rotating structure and shows the craftsmanship of early American carpenters.

Location: New York

GPS coordinates: 40.96556,-72.18389

Latest update: December 10, 2025 20:00