BENSON GRIST MILL

TOOELE, UT

Benson Grist Mill is a historic site located in Tooele, Utah. Built in 1854, the mill operated for over 100 years as a source of flour and other grains for the local community. The mill is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and is now operated as a museum by the Tooele County Daughters of Utah Pioneers.

The mill is a two-story building constructed of adobe bricks, with a gabled roof and a wooden water wheel. The water wheel, which is 24 feet in diameter, is powered by water from a nearby spring. The mill machinery includes a set of grinding stones, which are used to grind wheat, corn, and other grains into flour.

Visitors to the Benson Grist Mill can tour the mill and learn about the history of milling in Utah. The museum features exhibits on the pioneer era, the mining industry, and the agricultural history of Tooele County. The mill also hosts a variety of events throughout the year, including heritage festivals, concerts, and art exhibits.

Benson Grist Mill is an important part of Tooele's history and a testament to the ingenuity and hard work of the early pioneers who settled in the area. It is a popular destination for tourists and locals alike, offering a unique glimpse into Utah's pioneer past.

BENSON GRIST MILL is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in TOOELE UT. US MID #8404900071

The museum is classed as HSC (Historical Societies, Historic Preservation). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Western (Alaska, Arizona, California, Hawaii, Idaho, Nevada, Oregon, Utah, Washington).

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• telephone: 4358827678
• website: http://www.bensonmill.org

BENSON GRIST MILL
325 E HIGHWAY 138
TOOELE
UT
84074

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