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History of electricity over 200 years until light produced in the laboratory, plus the development of hydro-electricity in St. Jacobs.
Here you can learn about the history, culture and Faith of the Mennonite people of this area of Ontario. Take a journey and look at Mennonite life and history, the clothing and homes, beginning with a short DVD presentation.
“O” Scale (1/48th) layout showcasing Southern Ontario during the 1950s. A huge display accurately portrayed to every last detail. An impressively large and detailed model railway. It depicts southern Ontario in O-scale models, many hand-crafted by several volunteers over many years. Every 40 minutes, the room dims and the layout sparkles with model lights depicting night-time. Originally in Aberfoyle, the layout moved here in 2012. As of December 2023 it has closed at this location, and is looking for a new home.
St. Jacobs Silo Shops & Exhibits
Besides shops, the Mill also has a few small museums and non-commercial exhibits as listed below.