Morgan Lewis Windmill
Saint Andrew
Morgan Lewis Sugar Mill, located in St. Andrew, Barbados, is the Caribbean's largest and only fully intact sugar windmill. Built in the 18th century, it was used to grind sugarcane using wind power until it ceased operations in 1947. In 1962, the mill was donated to the Barbados National Trust and transformed into a museum preserving the original machinery and artifacts related to the sugar industry. After being listed on the 1996 World Monuments Watch, it underwent extensive restoration supported by international funds, allowing the sails to turn again and cane to be ground during seasonal demonstrations. Visitors can explore the mill’s interior museum displaying sugar mill equipment and plantation artifacts, as well as climb to the top for panoramic views. The mill is a cultural landmark, featured on the Barbadian $2 bill since 2013, symbolizing the island's sugar industry heritage and engineering history.
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Consejo: Visit during the crop season from February to July when the mill’s sails are operational one Sunday each month, allowing visitors to see cane being ground and juice produced. Booking guided tours is recommended for a comprehensive experience. The mill is open Tuesday to Saturday from 11AM to 4PM, and discounts are available for National Trust members. Advance reservations can enhance your visit, especially during peak tourist seasons.
Datos interesantes
- •Morgan Lewis Sugar Mill is the largest and only surviving complete sugar windmill in the Caribbean.
- •The mill’s sails were restored to turn again after more than 50 years during the 1999 restoration.
- •The mill is featured on the reverse of the Barbadian $2 bill since 2013.
- •The rubble walls of the mill are made from boulders held together with a mixture of egg-white and coral dust, as cement was not used during its construction.
Historia
Morgan Lewis Sugar Mill was built in the 18th century as a wind-powered sugarcane grinder, playing a vital role in Barbados' sugar industry.
It operated until 1947 when it ceased functioning.
In 1962, Egbert L.
Bannister donated the mill to the Barbados National Trust for preservation as a museum.
The mill was recognized by the World Monuments Fund in 1996, leading to restoration efforts funded partly by American Express.
The restoration was completed in 1999, restoring the mill’s sails and machinery to working order for demonstration purposes.
Guía del lugar
Windmill Sails and Machinery18th century
The original wind-driven sails and grinding machinery that powered the sugarcane crushing process in the 18th and 19th centuries. Visitors can see these parts in working condition during seasonal demonstrations.
Interior Museum Exhibits
Displays of sugar mill equipment, plantation artifacts, and historical photographs that tell the story of Barbados' sugar industry and the mill’s role within it.
Mill Tower Viewing Platform
Visitors can climb to the top of the mill tower to enjoy panoramic views of the surrounding landscape including Cherry Tree Hill and Shorey Village.
Contacto
Teléfono: (246) 622-4039
