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Dating back to 1785, there is no questioning the fact that the Big Otter Mill , also known as the Forbes Mill, is a unique and important part of Bedford's history and heritage. This mill has had a long history of owners beginning with Joseph Hardy Sr., a Revolutionary War vet who first built the building for grist and sawmills. Many owners later, it came under the property of Mr. Julius O. Kirby whose family later donated it to the county. Today it is owned by the Big Otter Mill Foundation which works hard to preserve Big Otter as a working mill. It is open to tours by appointment and regularly hosts special events for local vendors.
3533 Big Island Highway, Bedford, Virginia 24523, Phone: 434-455-2308
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
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