The Story Begins: Grist Mill Turns 200, Spring Mill State Park, Spring Mill State Park, 3333 Hwy 60 East, Mitchell, IN

Step back in time to learn about the history of our 200 year old gristmill!

• 11am: Leather Crafting – Stop by the leather shop and make your own leather craft to understand the importance of leather in the history of Spring Mill.
• 11:30am: Sawmill Demonstration – Learn how lumber was produced!
• 12:30pm: Hike to the Cave – The water from the spring is the reason the mill was built here 200 years ago! Meet Wyatt at the mill steps.
• 1:30pm: Blacksmithing – Learn how a blacksmith made the necessary tools in the Blacksmith Shop.
• 3:30pm: Make a Rag Doll – Children’s toys were handmade 200 years ago! Make your own rag doll at the Weaver’s Cabin.
• 4pm: Last Grind of the Day – Watch the gristmill grind corn into cornmeal. Mill closes at 4:30, buildings close at 5.