About this property
The Central Roller Mills is a historic mill complex in Central, South Carolina. The mill opened in 1903, when there were 556 operating grist mills and roller mills in South Carolina. By 1929, there were only 23, and by 1939, there were only 17, however, the Central Roller Mills operated until the late 1970s. The original building is three stories tall and made of brick, with a one-story wing. The mill was purchased by the owner of the nearby Pendleton Oil Mill in 1934.
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Federal Designation
The National Register of Historic Places, administered by the National Park Service, is the United States federal government's official list of districts, sites, buildings, structures, and objects deemed worthy of preservation for their historical, architectural, archaeological, engineering, or cultural significance. Listing on the National Register recognizes a property's importance to American history but does not place restrictions on private owners; it does, however, make properties eligible for federal historic preservation tax incentives and enables consideration in federal planning decisions. This property is recorded in the National Register under reference number 13000454. It was listed on June 24, 2013.
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Property data from the National Register of Historic Places, National Park Service (public domain).
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Questions about this property
When was Central Roller Mills listed on the National Register?
Central Roller Mills was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on June 24, 2013.
What type of historic resource is Central Roller Mills?
Central Roller Mills is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Central Roller Mills?
The period of significance for Central Roller Mills is recorded as the industrial era, specifically around 1903.
Can I research the history near Central Roller Mills?
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