This gristmill was built in 1834 by Edward Thompson. It was originally known as the Tunnel Mill. Apparently, Thompson employed Chinese labor to construct the 3 1/2 story brick and stone structure and the tunnels beneath it. One tunnel was used as a millrace, which channeled water into the mill from White Oak Creek. The other tunnel was used as a tailrace, which channeled the excess water out of the mill. A large waterwheel was located in the bottom section of the mill. The top 2 sections were used as storage.

This mill was capable of grinding 50 barrels a day. It also had the capacity to store 12,000 bushels of grain. Frederick Shuster purchased the mill in 1883. He installed a steam engine as an alternative power source. When the water supply wasn't sufficient, he would convert it over to steam power. The mill was known as Shuster's Mill from then on.