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

Historic Boxley Grist Mill Tour

Buffalo National River

Special Event
  • Jun 13, 2021 at 1:00 PM
  • 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 1:00 PM on Sunday, June 13.

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

Date:

Jun 13, 2021

Time:

1:00 PM

Duration:

1 hour

Contact Information

Lauren Ray
870-861-2570
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Event Type

  • Guided Tour
  • Living History
  • Talk