The Old Mill, Historic windmill in South Perth, Australia
Description
The Old Mill is a stone tower structure on Mill Point featuring wooden cogwheels that were handcrafted from local tuart timber. The building contains an education centre that offers space for group activities and learning programmes.
History
William Kernot Shenton established this mill in 1835, with Governor James Stirling laying the foundation stone for the colony's first wind-powered industry. The building marked a turning point in the early settlement's industrial development.
Culture
The mill served the community in multiple ways over the decades, functioning at different times as a hotel, residence, and social meeting place. This shift reflects how locals adapted the building to serve their changing needs.
Practical
The building accommodates groups and educational activities with flexible visit options based on your interests. The location on Mill Point provides straightforward access and views of the surrounding area.
Did you know?
In the 1950s, planners modified the route of the Narrows Bridge specifically to avoid demolishing this structure. This change reveals how much the building had come to matter to the city's identity.
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