Berkeley Mill - Cumberland RI
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nomadwillie
N 41° 55.669 W 071° 25.586
19T E 298815 N 4644609
Built in 1872 is a well preserved example of a 19th century mill and surrounding village that was built by the mill owners.
Waymark Code: WMT44T
Location: Rhode Island, United States
Date Posted: 09/22/2016
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The Berkeley Mill broke with the tradition of using water power in the area to the more modern steam powered mill. Located at the edge of a marshy land, this location provided access to the Providence and Worcester RR.
Year built?: 1872
Is the mill or gin still in operation?: No
What is or was processed here?: Cotton
Are tours available?: None offered, view from the outside only.
How is or was it powered?: Steam
Related link to this waymark.: [Web Link]
What is it used as today?: Not listed
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