Causey's Mill
National Register of Historic Places

Causey's Mill

Newport News (Independent City), Newport News County, Virginia
Listed
February 21, 2008
Type
Building
Period
Civil War
Ref No.
08000078

About this property

Causey's Mill is a historic grist mill located in Causey's Mill Park at Newport News, Virginia. It was built in 1866, and is a small two-story wood-frame building originally supported by a brick and concrete foundation. It retains its original machinery and is one of the two last surviving grist mills on the Peninsula. The mill operated until nearly the 20th century. In 2011, the mill was moved about 75 feet (23 m) from its original location away from the shore of the Mariners' Lake and set on a new foundation. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2008.

Location

11700 Warwick Rd.
Newport News (Independent City), Newport News County, Virginia
37.05865, -76.48336

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Sources

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When was Causey's Mill listed on the National Register?

Causey's Mill was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on February 21, 2008.

What type of historic resource is Causey's Mill?

Causey's Mill is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.

What is the period of significance for Causey's Mill?

The period of significance for Causey's Mill is recorded as the civil_war era, specifically around 1866.

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