The restoration of Peirce Mill, sponsored by funds raised by the Friends of Peirce Mill (FOPM), began in 1997 when we retained Quinn Evans Architects and Robert Silman Associates (structural engineers) to perform a series of architectural and engineering studies of the structure. At the same time, the FOPM engaged Derek Ogden, a leading millwright and mill restoration expert, to examine the condition of the wooden milling machinery and to recommend repair or replacement of parts required to make it operational.

The complete plan for the restoration of Peirce Mill consists of a preliminary study phase, followed by a three-phase restoration effort.

Study Phase: Technical studies of the condition of the mill and its machinery by architects, structural engineers and mill restoration specialists. (complete)

Phase 1: Repairs to the internal structure of the building, including the columns and beams which support the first floor, and selected floor joists. (approximately 75% complete)

Phase 2: Repairs and/or replacement of elements of the wooden milling machinery, including the hurst frame, water wheel, main shaft, and internal gears and shafts. (approximately 10% complete)

Phase 3: Installation of a pumped water system using water from Rock Creek to drive the water wheel and the millstones. (under study)

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