Tilting Windmill
by Constantine Gregory
Title
Tilting Windmill
Artist
Constantine Gregory
Medium
Photograph - Photograph
Description
Judah Baker Windmill
Cape Cod
This windmill takes its name from its original builder, Judah Baker, who had the mill constructed in 1791. Like many early windmills on Cape Cod, this mill experienced several moves before it came to its current location. Originating in South Dennis, it was moved to Kelley's Pond, in Dennis, and later to the Yarmouth side of Bass River. By 1866, it rested near its current location and was used by Braddock Matthews for milling grain. As large commercial mills appeared in the Midwest, local mills, including this one, fell into disuse. In 1953, the mill was donated to the town of Yarmouth along with the surrounding Windmill Park, which includes a small swimming beach on Bass River. In 1999, the windmill underwent an extensive renovation and now appears in its original condition.
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September 20th, 2014
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