Hanford Mills – The Hanford Mills Museum features an authentic water- and steam-powered sawmill with a 1926 Fitz Overshot Waterwheel, restored water turbine, and vintage woodworking machines.

Celebrating 175 years of Catskills ingenuity! The first mill was built here in 1846.

Season begins May 15. You can schedule and reserve your guided tour of the historic water-powered sawmill, gristmill, and woodworking shop by calling 607/278-5744.

Watch the InterActions online series which features artists, scholars and scientists discussing environmental justice, natural resources, artistic inspiration, and sustainability.

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Volunteers, Members, Donors, and Sponsors power the Museum’s success. more »
Guided tours feature water-powered machines operating as they did a century ago. more »
Experience dynamic and engaging hands-on learning in an historic setting. Programs for adults, families, and schoolchildren (K-12). more »

Hanford Mills Museum is closed for the season.
Mill tours are offered May 15-October 15.

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