RHS Collection: Thornton Gap Mill Complex

Description: Collection of objects about the Thornton Gap Mill Complex Along the eastern approach to Thornton Gap, perhaps 3 miles below its crest, was the Thornton Gap Complex. locally owned and operated, the mill complex was the socioeconomic center of mountain endeavors and was more typically a material culture feature of those hollows with forceful streams. The Thornton Gap's log structures included a livery stable, blacksmith shop, tannery, church, school, several dwellings, a large general store, and, of course, The mill complex.

Thornton Gap (is located in)

Mills (is related to)