Annual Tide Mill Conference next Saturday November 7

Anyone interested in industrial history and what it can teach us about renewal energy sources should take note - on Saturday November 7, head to the 5th Annual Tide Mill Conference at the Dorchester Historical Society's headquarters, the William Clapp House (1806) at 195 Boston Street. There will be a full day of presentations on the history of tide mills, where they were located, how they operated, and updates on preserving remaining historic sites. Also, plan to attend the always-fun Friday evening "schmoozing" on November 6. To see an excellent article click here.

Tide Mill Institute - 2008 Conference

Those interested in history and alternative energy sources may want to attend an unusual event coming up on Nov 7 & 8, 2008. Every November, the Dorchester Historical Society hosts this international conference for tide mill enthusiasts. A tide mill harnesses the power of rising sea water, both incoming and outgoing, to run machinery. The Clapp family, early settlers of Dorchester who once owned the property now housing the historical society, ran a South Bay tide mill close by their Boston Street home. [see page 7 of The Clap Memorial in my library]