Sutherland Steam Mill
Located in Denmark, near Tatamagouche, the mill preserves a time when our forebears were far more self reliant than we are nowadays. In this mill, trees went in one end, and out the other came almost everything you needed to build and beautify your home. Including bathtubs.
In the 1890's steam power was the way of the future, and innovators like Alexander Sutherland realized its importance. No longer tied to running water to power a mill, a producer could locate near a transportation source. This is exactly what Alexander Sutherland did when built his mill next to the new Pictou-to-Oxford Short line railroad.
Today throughout the mill you can see numerous examples of Alexander and his son Wilfred’s adaptability and creativity. From designs and patterns to homemade, working machines, over 60 years of ingenuity and productivity is here for you to discover.
If you love things mechanical and innovative, this is the place for you.
Interactive 360° tour
Experience and explore the mill from home with our new 360° tour.
Closed
Due to the extensive cleanup from Hurricane Fiona and to ensure the safety of our staff and visitors, Sutherland Steam Mill is closed for the season. We look forward to seeing you in the spring 2023.
Our site trails and grounds will reopen once treefall and other debris has been cleared. Please check our website and social media for updates.
Mailing Address:
660 Matheson Brook Rd
Tatamagouche, NS
B0K 1V0
902-657-3365
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