At the Murray's Mill Historic Site visitors are invited to step back to a simpler time and relive part of American heritage. The site has four restored buildings that allow you to both see and experience life as it was generations ago. Predominant among the historic structures is the four-story grain mill, which was run by three generations of the Murray family. Although only one set of old, massive millstones are still operable, the entire mill has been restored. The Murray & Minges General Store, which dates back to 1890, has provided merchandise for barter/sale for several generations of mill patrons. Today it is restored and open for business. The old wheat granary, three stories high, now displays locally made folk art. John Murray's millwright home is fully restored and provides groups an opportunity to see how earlier generations lived, without the amenities offered by modern technology.
Location:
Murray's Mill Rd, Catawba North Carolina
Telephone
828-465-0383
Other History nearby:
(Newton) Catawba County Museum of History
(Charlotte) Charlotte Museum of History
(Mooresville) DE Turner & Company
(Winston-Salem) God's Acre
(Statesville) Gray House
(Huntersville) Historic Latta Place
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04/01 Coming to The Catawba area Virginia Highlands Festival Abingdon VA August2-11 Showcasing Appalachian arts and crafts. John Blue Cotton Festival Laurinburg NC October12-13 Performances on an outdoor stage,vendor area with beautifully displayed crafts, clothing, and artwork, and wonderful food prepared by all of the food vendors.
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