Saskatchewan's oldest remaining brick flour mill is the province's newest cultural tourism destination, sharing the province's rich agricultural heritage with residents and visitors.
Supported in part through a $600,000 investment from the Government of Saskatchewan, the Yorkton Brick Flour Mill Interpretive Centre was officially opened yesterday as an educational hub, featuring artifacts, exhibits and displays that bring the region's agricultural history to life.
"This is an exciting day for the community of Yorkton and our province's tourism industry," Parks, Culture, Sport, Minister and Minister Responsible for Tourism Saskatchewan Alana Ross said. "This iconic landmark is a cherished part of Yorkton's history and Saskatchewan's agricultural heritage. It is an important part of our story that has been preserved through the extensive and ongoing efforts by the community, and our government is so pleased that we could join with them, provide support, and help the Society complete the project. The stories of early family farms will continue to be told, while supporting the local tourism sector."
The Brick Flour Mill is a designated Municipal Heritage Property in the City of Yorkton that operated as a mill for almost a century, from 1890 to 1989. Run by the Yorkton Brick Mill Heritage Society, Saskatchewan's only remaining brick-constructed flour mill, symbolizes an important chapter in our province's history.
It preserves the stories of early agriculture in the region and the essential role that family farms played in shaping Yorkton's agri-business sector.
"The Yorkton Flour Mill tells an important Saskatchewan story rooted in agriculture, innovation and adding value to our crops at home," Agriculture Minister David Marit said. "This interpretive centre preserves that history while highlighting the continued importance of agriculture and food processing to Yorkton and our province."
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