The Mill

The Mill is a restored and functioning grist mill that can produce flour and cornmeal. The mill is available for tours and use. Read about its interesting history here.

The Museum

The newly updated Museum houses artifacts and photos from the founding days of the town in attractive exhibit settings. It is available for scheduled visits.

The Apple Festival

Held on the last weekend of September, the Apple Festival draws thousands of visitors for a celebration of 19th century culture.

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About Us
The Busti Historical Society is chartered by the New York State Education Department. We are conserving and demonstrating the Busti Grist Mill, collecting and conserving artifacts and records of the town of Busti, and promoting the appreciation and continued knowledge of the pioneer and 19th century crafts and survival skills of the area.  Learn more about us here.
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Society Meetings
Everyone is welcome to attend.
When: 7:00 pm, 1st Wednesday of the month, March through December.
Where: The Museum, on the property of the Busti Grist Mill.


Mailing address:
The Busti Historical Society
3443 Lawson Rd
Jamestown, NY 14701

Email: [email protected]   OR
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Phone: (716) 483-3670 (please leave a message)
Our Facilities
The Busti Historical Society owns and operates a collection of buildings just south of the town’s five-corners center.
Buildings are open to visitors during the Annual Busti Apple Festival, during Hands on Days the third Sunday of the Month, and on Fridays, 10am-4pm May through October. Admission on Fridays is by donation. 

The Mill

The mill was a functioning grist mill from its construction in 1839 to 1960. 

Then, in 1969, three teen members of the local 4-H club decided it should be restored. 
It is now a functioning mill. 

Click these links to read more about the mill’s interesting history and information about how to visit it or to use it for making flour or cornmeal.
The Museum

The museum is open during the Apple Harvest Festival, on Fridays May through October, during other events, or by appointment. It showcases photos and artifacts of the early days of the town, including a recreation of a one-room schoolhouse.

Click here to find out about scheduling a visit to the museum.
The Pavilion

A roomy open sided pavilion is used for apple sales and dining during the Apple Festival, and for summer time events.  

The pavilion is free for members to use, or can be rented my non-members for events or reunions.  
The Miller's House

The miller’s house was built in the early 1840s.  It is currently in the process of being restored, and is a showcase of 19th century living.

Behind the house, a new demonstration building houses artifacts too large for the museum.  During the apple festival, it is used for historical demonstrations.
The Demonstration Building

The new 60 x 60' demonstration building dramatically expands our facilities for exhibiting larger artifacts and accommodating demonstrations during the Apple Festival.