Franklin Creek Grist Mill

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. 

Franklin Creek Conservation Association

Franklin 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