Historic Roswell Mills: A Walk through Yesteryear

Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area

  • Nov 17, 2018 at 1:00 PM
  • Free

Join park ranger Jerry Hightower for a walk back in time and stroll from the historic Roswell Mill building past the brick machine shop and along Vickery Creek. Learn the stories behind the old stone walls and rusted remnants of this once bustling industrial area. Become acquainted with many of the plants along the easy path that were used by the first inhabitants and settlers for food, medicine, and dye. There may be a fable or two mixed in with the many fascinating facts, this is an easy and enjoyable ways to gain a better understanding of this small part of the Chattahoochee watershed's rich and diverse history.

Dress for the weather; wear comfortable outdoor clothes and shoes suitable for walking on a forest trail. Don't forget drinking water, insect repellent, sunscreen, binoculars, magnifying glass, camera, notebook, and pencil! Restroom facilities are not available on this program.

Program Cancellation Policy

Fees

This event is free to attend.

Location

85 Mill Street, Roswell, GA 30075

Latitude and Longitude 34.013680, -84.359340

Schedule

Date:

Nov 17, 2018

Time:

1:00 PM

Duration:

2 hours and 30 minutes

Contact Information

Island Ford Visitor Center
6785381200

Event Type

  • Hike
  • Other
  • Talk
  • Walk
Tags: stories, people, industry, mill life, mill ruins, medicinal plants, dyeing, woolen mill, civil war, reconstruction, chattahoochee river national recreation area, vickery creek unit, covered bridge entrance