In 1855, Andrew and Robert Alexander built a grist mill near this lock 37 on the Ohio & Erie Canal in Valley View.  It was called the Alexander's Mill, a.k.a. the 14 Mile Lock Mill. Water from the canal was channeled towards the mill through a millrace. The mill was later converted to run on a turbine, but it still used water from the canal.

In 1900, the mill was purchased by Thomas G. Wilson, and renamed the Wilson's Mill. Thomas operated the mill using water power up until 1969, when it was converted to electric power. Today, the mill is operated by Thomas R. Wilson and his four children.  It is not only used to process animal feed, but has an extensive lawn and garden division. 

The mill site is still very interesting today.  The cut stone lock is in fair condition.  The canal water is channeled over the falls immediately behind the mill into the tailrace where the water is eventually channeled back into the canal.  

In February, 2009, The Wilson Feed Mill added a second location in beautiful Chesterland, Ohio. They purchased Sunnybrook Farms Nursery, established in 1928 by the Ruh Family. They had established a great reputation for their plants, herbs, and exceptional service for many years. The Wilson family brought the beauty of Sunnybrook back to life with a little TLC, and a lot of work. It re-opened in April, 2009 as The Wilson Feed Mill at Sunnybrook Farms.

The Wilson Feed Mill is so much more than just a feed store. It has been in the Lawn & Garden business for many years selling grass seed, fertilizers,insecticides and garden seeds. The thought of combining the plant business with their existing product line was pure excitement. Many customers who traveled from the East side to the Valley View location were thrilled to hear the news that they can still purchase their pet food, horse feed, wildlife feed, birdseed and feeders from Wilson Feed Mill while staying
close to home.