Colvin Run Mill Park, Great Falls

4.4

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Colvin Run Mill Park reviews

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4.6

By Skipper090

There is not a lot there but a working 19th Century mill - but that is an early technological marvel. There have been regular tours, and occassionally they actually operate it. There is also an old..... more

There is not a lot there but a working 19th Century mill - but that is an early technological marvel. There have been regular tours, and occassionally they actually operate it. There is also an old..... more »
By Karen K

We used to live near Colvin Run Mill before moving south to an area that’s famous for shrimp and grits. We’ve yet to find any commercial grits that are nearly as good as the ones made at Colvin Run...

We used to live near Colvin Run Mill before moving south to an area that’s famous for shrimp and grits. We’ve yet to find any commercial grits that are nearly as good as the ones made at Colvin Run... more »
By Rwjack123

The old mill is over 200 years old and still works! The general store has old time candies and toys. A nice place to visit.

The old mill is over 200 years old and still works! The general store has old time candies and toys. A nice place to visit. more »

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By Kathleen Neumeier

So much fun to watch the mill in action. They give a great history lesson with visual aids. The general store sells the products ground at the mill and lots of other things. Loved our experience.

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By Harshika Jain

A flour mill built in the early 1800s owned by the Millard family. It is very well preserved, keeping the original vibe of the place intact. There is one big water run gear, which runs the whole mill. Corn and wheat are ground here on a stone mill and can be purchased from the store there. A must visit if you’re in the Fairfax County area of VA. Volunteers give a tour of the place.

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By Brooks B

Great informative park! There is a great detailed miniature of the mill. Lots of fun events. The real singer ground wheat and corn are some things you have to try!

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By Jamey Royse

Incredible educational and historical park. The working mill, original family hole, and general store offer a glimpse of 19th century American early industrial era life.

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By Morgan Stevens

This place is so freaking cool. Working Mill with grain produced. All of the people have so much knowledge to share. Ask lots of questions! Black Smith was there showcasing skills and we were lucky to have period actors from the Maryland militia too!

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