Franklin Creek Conservation Association (FCCA) is located in Franklin Creek State Natural Areain 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 and how it operates.
Engage with our beautiful NEW educational exhibits and displays about our local wildlife located on the second floor!
1800s’construction techniques.
Visit the gift shop for new sweatshirts, t-shirts, hats, mugs, and more! Local stone-ground cornmeal also available, recipes included!
1893 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.
Upcoming Events in the park!
"Some old-fashioned things like fresh air and sunshine are hard to beat." ~Laura Ingalls Wilder
