Ayr Township near McConnellsburg in Fulton County, Pennsylvania — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
Hunter Mill
This pioneer grist mill was built in 1812 by William Hunter. It has been in use continuously since that date. It is powered by a water wheel and uses much of the old-style machinery in its present operation.
Erected 1947 by Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission.
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Industry & Commerce • Man-Made Features • Notable Buildings • Settlements & Settlers • Waterways & Vessels. In addition, it is included in the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission series list. A significant historical year for this entry is 1812.
Location. 39° 51.576′ N, 78° 2.154′ W. Marker is near McConnellsburg, Pennsylvania, in Fulton County. It is in Ayr Township. Marker is on Great Cove Road (U.S. 522), on the left when traveling south. Marker is opposite the mill, about 300 feet south of US 522 intersection with Clio Road, and about 5˝ miles south of McConnellsburg. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Mc Connellsburg PA 17233, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 5 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies. Big Spring Graveyard (approx. 2.3 miles away); A Quest for Honor (approx. 4.4 miles away); James Buchanan (approx. 4.4 miles away); Birthplace of James Buchanan (approx. 4.4 miles away); Stony Batter (approx. 4.4 miles away); President James Buchanan (approx. 4.4 miles away); Last Confederate Bivouac (approx. 4˝ miles away); a different marker also named Stony Batter (approx. 4.8 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in McConnellsburg.
Credits. This page was last revised on February 7, 2023. It was originally submitted on February 8, 2010, by William Fischer, Jr. of Scranton, Pennsylvania. This page has been viewed 997 times since then and 21 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on February 8, 2010, by William Fischer, Jr. of Scranton, Pennsylvania.