The Peotone Windmill: A 19th-Century Survivor, Still Standing Tall in Good Ol'

Standing tall at 60 feet, the Peotone Windmill - back then known as the Rathje Mill - has been a must-see spectacle since it was erected in 1872. Its captivating windmill design and Dutch craftsmanship left jaws dropping among passersby. For a spell, it was a crucial grain supplier during the lively autumn harvests. Through whispers, it got a steamover in 1885. Yet, after about 1889, dust settled here, leaving this beauty to rest for a while. But luck came calling in 1982 when the Village of Peotone received it as a gift. Today, the Peotone Historical Society is breathing new life into this historical gem, aiming to restore it to its 1872 grandeur. This relic, a major player from the past, tells the inspiring tale of a 19th-century spirit that simply wouldn't quit.

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