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Take time for what's important
Franklin Creek
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Take time for what's important
Franklin Creek
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Franklin Creek Grist Mill1893 Twist Road Franklin Grove, IL 61031
FCCA leases the Grist Mill from the IDNR and uses it as its base of operations. There is a $5 suggested donation to help keep the building open to the public and the mill operational. OPEN APRIL 1st – OCTOBER 31st*
Friday: 11am-3pm Saturday: 11am-3pm Sunday: 11am-3pm *private mill tours and rental space available April-October outside of public open hours. Contact us for more information. |
Franklin Creek Conservation AssociationFranklin Creek Conservation Association (FCCA) is located in Franklin Creek State Natural Area in Lee County. The beautiful Franklin Creek flows throughout the 900+ acre area. Several large natural springs, hardwood forests, 500 million year old bedrock outcroppings, hill prairies, and a large variety of flora and fauna comprise a diverse ecosystem.
Come check out the trails and the beautiful area conservation groups and residents began protecting 40 years ago! |
Visit the Franklin Creek Grist Mill to learn
what a grist mill is and how it operates, and see beautiful educational exhibits and displays about our national mammal, forests, and 1800s’ construction techniques. Visit the gift shop for new sweatshirts, t-shirts, hats, mugs, and more! Local stone-ground cornmeal also available, recipes included! |
"Some old-fashioned things like fresh air and sunshine are hard to beat." ~Laura Ingalls Wilder
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