A Little Historic Spot, Pattison Camping post #2

On highway 13, eight miles south east of the city of Superior and two and a half miles straight south of Lake Superior, is a little spot to pull off the road and see something different.

Jacob Davidson, a shoemaker in Finland, came to America in 1884. Two years later, he had bought a homestead in the township of Brule. From 1900 to 1904, he built what would become known as the Davidson Windmill. The grist mill, powered by the windmill, supplied neighbors with flour for their families and grain for their livestock. By 1926, larger mills in Superior provided these necessities, and following the death of Mr. Davidson, the windmill ceased operation.

Sadly, over the years, it fell into disrepair. Thirty years later, descendants of Jacob Davidson restored the windmill. From 2000 on, other repairs took place, but as you can see, time has not been a friend to this beautiful structure.

Also, on the grounds of this relic are the Eskolin Log House 

And the Taylor Bridge. Each of which have their histories as well, which unfortunately, I don’t have time to share today.