Philmont Worsted Company Mill - Woonsocket RI
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nomadwillie
N 42° 00.628 W 071° 30.093
19T E 292854 N 4653965
The Philmont Worsted Company Mill was built in 2 stages with the first in 1919.
Waymark Code: WMT8WH
Location: Rhode Island, United States
Date Posted: 10/16/2016
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The mill was constructed by Guerin Company, Belgium and French investors. The Guerins invested heavily in the area procuring multiple mills operating over 21,000 spindles, 112 looms and had a dyeing and finishing operation. This particular building was the last one the Guerin companies built. It was designed for spinning worsted and mohair yarns.
Today it has been converted to residential property.
Year built?: 1919
Is the mill or gin still in operation?: Yes
What is or was processed here?: cotton
Are tours available?: None offered, view from the outside only.
How is or was it powered?: Electric
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What is it used as today?: Not listed
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