Colvin Run Mill Historic Site

CONTACT INFORMATION: Colvin Run General Store is open Thursday thru Sunday, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Ticketed Mill Tours available Saturday and Sunday. The grounds are open daily from dawn to dusk.
703-759-2771 TTY 711
10017 Colvin Run Road
Great Falls, Virginia 22066
Julie Gurnee
Colvin Run Mill Manager

Colvin Run Mill Historic Site Events

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Science Meets History - Bubbles!

09/30/2023 2:00 pm to 09/30/2023 3:30 pm

(5-10 years) Bubbles are a great way to explore science and history. Come to Colvin Run Mill for a morning of experiments and play as we investigate shape, surface tension and other bubble science. We'll use soapy, bubbly water to make giant bubbles and clean up like the Miller's family did in the 1800s.

Grind Day

10/01/2023 12:00 pm to 10/01/2023 3:00 pm

(All Ages) We’re running the mill like it’s 1811 when the mill was first operating. Fresh products that are stone-ground on-site. Come learn how an Oliver Evan's mill operates and don't forget to buy your grain at the historic General Store before you leave. Program is open house style and registered participants are welcome to arrive anytime…

Mini Millers

10/02/2023 10:00 am to 10/02/2023 10:45 am

(2-5 years) Explore Colvin Run Mill with your toddler this fall. while enjoying tot STEM activities, hands-on history, crafts, stories, and games. Program includes indoor and outdoor activities. Adults must be able to participate with children. Prepaid reservations required.

A different program each week:

Oct. 2 -Discover…

Cider Making

10/07/2023 9:00 am to 10/07/2023 4:00 pm

(All Ages) Bring up to 10 people and learn how to use an old-fashioned cider press by making your own cider. Your group needs to bring approximately 100 apples of their choosing and tightly sealable containers for transporting approximately 2 gallons of cider.

Participants will carry and press their own apples and cider. Dress…

Cider Making

10/14/2023 9:00 am to 10/14/2023 4:00 pm

(All Ages) Bring up to 10 people and learn how to use an old-fashioned cider press by making your own cider. Your group needs to bring approximately 100 apples of their choosing and tightly sealable containers for transporting approximately 2 gallons of cider.

Participants will carry and press their own apples and cider. Dress…

Grind Day

10/15/2023 12:00 pm to 10/15/2023 3:00 pm

(All Ages) We’re running the mill like it’s 1811 when the mill was first operating. Fresh products that are stone-ground on-site. Come learn how an Oliver Evan's mill operates and don't forget to buy your grain at the historic General Store before you leave. Program is open house style and registered participants are welcome to arrive anytime…

Mini Millers

10/16/2023 10:00 am to 10/16/2023 10:45 am

(2-5 years) Explore Colvin Run Mill with your toddler this fall. while enjoying tot STEM activities, hands-on history, crafts, stories, and games. Program includes indoor and outdoor activities. Adults must be able to participate with children. Prepaid reservations required.

A different program each week:

Oct. 16 -The Little…

Fall Tea Party

10/21/2023 2:00 pm to 10/21/2023 3:30 pm

(3-Adult) Bring your child to the Mill and celebrate Fall. We’ll have tea, savory and sweet treats and play 19th century games. Children must be accompanied by a registered adult.

Cider Making

10/22/2023 9:00 am to 10/22/2023 4:00 pm

(All Ages) Bring up to 10 people and learn how to use an old-fashioned cider press by making your own cider. Your group needs to bring approximately 100 apples of their choosing and tightly sealable containers for transporting approximately 2 gallons of cider.

Participants will carry and press their own apples and cider. Dress…

Cider Making

10/28/2023 9:00 am to 10/28/2023 4:00 pm

(All Ages) Bring up to 10 people and learn how to use an old-fashioned cider press by making your own cider. Your group needs to bring approximately 100 apples of their choosing and tightly sealable containers for transporting approximately 2 gallons of cider.

Participants will carry and press their own apples and cider. Dress…

Cider Making

10/29/2023 9:00 am to 10/29/2023 4:00 pm

(All Ages) Bring up to 10 people and learn how to use an old-fashioned cider press by making your own cider. Your group needs to bring approximately 100 apples of their choosing and tightly sealable containers for transporting approximately 2 gallons of cider.

Participants will carry and press their own apples and cider. Dress…

Mini Millers

10/30/2023 10:00 am to 10/30/2023 10:45 am

(2-5 years) Explore Colvin Run Mill with your toddler this fall. while enjoying tot STEM activities, hands-on history, crafts, stories, and games. Program includes indoor and outdoor activities. Adults must be able to participate with children. Prepaid reservations required.

A different program each week:

Oct. 30 - Making and…

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