Hermann Star Mill - Hermann MO
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kJfishman
N 38° 42.401 W 091° 25.984
15S E 636245 N 4285392
Hermann Star Mill - Hermann MO
Waymark Code: WMA8BR
Location: Missouri, United States
Date Posted: 12/01/2010
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The Hermann Star Mill was the first steam powered grist mill in Hermann MO. It now is used as a machine shop. The 4-1/2 story building was built in 1867 for $40,000. It was co-owned by wealthy merchants Mattais Kochele and Henry Reitemeyer. Hermann is an old river town, is now known for its wineries. You can still get here by train, the Amtrack Missouri River Runner travels daily between St. Louis and Kansas City stops here.
Year built?: 1867
Is the mill or gin still in operation?: No
What is or was processed here?: Grist
Are tours available?: None offered, view from the outside only.
How is or was it powered?: steam
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What is it used as today?: Not listed
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