Lawton's Mill
Also known as Albro Mill
Many listed buildings are private homes. Please enjoy them from the street.
About Lawton's Mill
Lawton's Mill, at Ten Rod Rd., was added to the National Register of Historic Places on Jun 27, 1980. It was among the first 4 of Exeter’s 5 listings. The Register lists it for its industry, at the state level. The listing covers 5 acres.
What it isHistoric mill in Exeter, Rhode Island. From Wikidata (CC0). Read about it on Wikipedia ↗
PDFRead the original nominationThe form that put it on the Register, with its history, photos and a map · 42 MB · National Archives↗Finding Lawton's Mill
Ten Rod Rd., Exeter
No other Register listing is within a short walk.
Memories of Lawton's Mill
The record says what it is. Neighbors know what it means.
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Questions about Lawton's Mill
Is Lawton's Mill on the National Register of Historic Places?
Yes. It was added on Jun 27, 1980 (Register number 80000022).
Is Lawton's Mill a National Historic Landmark?
No. It is on the National Register; Rhode Island has 44 National Historic Landmarks. The nearest is Gilbert Stuart Birthplace, 7.7 miles away.
Can you visit Lawton's Mill?
Our record doesn’t say whether it is open to visitors. Many listed buildings are private, so it may only be seen from the street.
Where can I read the history of Lawton's Mill?
In its National Register nomination, the form that put it on the Register: a 42 MB PDF at the National Archives, linked on this page.
Sources: National Park Service, National Register of Historic Places (05/22/2026) · National Archives catalog record 41375843 · Wikidata. Map tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors.