North Star Woolen Mill, 109 Portland Avenue South, Minneapolis, Hennepin County, MN
Summary
Significance: The mill is historically significant for its association with the development of the West Side Milling District in Minneapolis. Established in 1864, the mill remained in operation until its closure in 1949. It was the first water powered mill in the West Side Milling District and reflects the industrial development that occurred along the Mississippi River during the 19th century. Although Minneapolis never became a major textile center, the mill became a national leader in the production of fine woolen balnkets...
Unprocessed Field note material exists for this structure: N511
Survey number: HAER MN-93
National Register of Historic Places NRIS Number: 71000438
Tags
Date
1969 - 1980
Contributors
Historic American Engineering Record, creator
Location
Minneapolis (Minn.), 44.97987, -93.25860
Source
Library of Congress
Copyright info
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