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WAKE, NC · SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 19, 2026 · PARKS & REC

Corn Grinding Tours

See the historic gristmill in action!

FreeparkshistorykidsRegistration required

The entrance arch of a North Carolina state park, woodcut illustration

Fig. 01 — Historic Yates Mill County Park

About the event

See the historic gristmill in action! Hear the splash of water on the waterwheel, and join our historical interpreters for a tour inside the mill, where you can watch the millstones at work grinding corn into meal. Please note that space inside the mill is limited, allowing up to 20 visitors at a time. No registration is required for this drop-in program. FREE.

Schedule: Sep 19, 2026 Saturday from 1pm to 4pm

Duration: 3 hours

Ages: All ages,

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