Cedarburg Mill

Cedarburg Mill is a five-story limestone structure in Wisconsin built for grinding grain on an industrial scale. The building combines Greek Revival details with simpler local construction methods, standing alongside Cedar Creek.

Frederick Hilgen and William Schroeder built this stone mill in 1855 to replace an earlier wooden version from 1844. The change to limestone reflected growing investment in permanent industrial infrastructure in the region.

The mill reflects the central role of grain milling in the community's growth and daily economy during the 1800s. The building itself shows how residents organized industrial work in a single stone structure.

The mill stands directly along Cedar Creek and is visible from nearby roads, making it easy to locate and view from outside. The sturdy stone exterior can be seen clearly from ground level, and the five-story height makes it a natural landmark in town.

The walls are approximately 32 inches thick, providing extraordinary strength that residents used as shelter during an event in 1862. This heavy construction was practical for grinding operations but also served the community in unexpected ways.

Location: Cedarburg

Inception: 1855

Architectural style: vernacular architecture, Greek Revival architecture

Made from material: limestone

Address: 215 East Columbia Avenue

GPS coordinates: 43.29667,-87.98611

Latest update: December 14, 2025 11:03