Several young visitors tour the outside of the Boxley Grist Mill with a ranger.

Historic Boxley Grist Mill Tour

Buffalo National River

Special Event
  • Every week on Sunday and Saturday at 10:00 AM from August 17, 2019 to September 15, 2019
  • Free

Travel back in time in Boxley Valley Historic District to tour one of the earliest examples of industry in the Buffalo River Valley! The historic Boxley Grist Mill was constructed in 1869 to serve a growing agricultural community. The mill, which was fully operational until 1951, is preserved through a partnership between the Gorgas Science Foundation and the National Park Service. Join a park ranger for a tour through the mill at 10:00 AM on Saturdays and Sundays between now and September 15.

The parking area is located on Hwy. 43 about 1 mile north of the Hwy. 21/43 intersection. Watch for the program sign at the driveway of a tan-colored stone house.

Fees

This event is free to attend.

Location

The parking area is located on Hwy. 43 about 1 mile north of the Hwy. 21/43 intersection. Watch for the program sign at the driveway of a tan-colored stone house.

Latitude and Longitude 35.988080, -93.399640

Schedule

Days:

Every week on Sunday and Saturday

Dates:

August 17, 2019 to September 15, 2019

Time:

10:00 AM

Duration:

1 hour

Contact Information

Kevin Middleton
870-861-2570
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Event Type

  • Guided Tour
  • Living History
  • Talk