Burwell-Morgan Mill

The Burwell-Morgan Mill is a stone gristmill in Millwood that grinds raw grain into flour using traditional methods. Inside, a wooden water wheel drives large gears and millstones that work together to process the grain.

The mill was built between 1782 and 1785 by General Daniel Morgan and Colonel Nathaniel Burwell. It became a significant export operation, shipping flour to Alexandria and Dumfries in the years following the Revolutionary War.

The building now hosts art exhibitions where hundreds of artists display paintings, pottery, and sculptures in its historic spaces. This transforms the old milling structure into a venue where contemporary creativity lives alongside its industrial past.

The site is open from May through mid-November on weekends, and visitors can purchase freshly ground flour, cornmeal, and grits produced on-site. Plan your visit for warmer months and expect it to be closed during weekdays.

The initials 'L.H. Mongrul' and the year '1782' are carved into the mill's stone wall, marking the original construction overseer. This carving provides a rare glimpse into the hands of those who built this early American industrial structure.

Location: Clarke County

Part of: Millwood Commercial Historic District

GPS coordinates: 39.06940,-78.03860

Latest update: December 14, 2025 12:26