Colvin Run Mill Historic Site

CONTACT INFORMATION: Colvin Run General Store is open Thursday through 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
Kiersten Fiore
Colvin Run Mill Manager

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In the Garden - Making Spring Treats

(4-10 years) Harvest herbs from the garden to make teas and other treats.

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Engineering Then and Now

(7-Adult) Discover historic and modern engineering through demonstrations, hands-on activities and experiments. Engineers build on the work of past engineers to solve problems in the present and future. 

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Spirited Grains Whiskey Tasting

Saturday, May 17, Choose between 4-6 p.m., 5-7 p.m., or 6-8 p.m.

Adults, 21 years and older

Follow whiskey's journey from grain to glass! Explore the 19th century gristmill cracking the needed wheat for distilling. Learn about the distilling process and taste local spirits from Mt. Defiance Cidery & Distillery. 

The historic relationship between mills and distilleries was as important then, as it is today. 

Snacks will be provided.

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Science Meets History - Bubbles!

(6-10 yrs.) 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.

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Movie at the Mill - Pride & Prejudice

(10-Adult) Watch an outdoor screening of Pride & Prejudice (2005) at the 19th century gristmill. Bring your own blanket or low lawn chair. Refreshments and concessions will be available for purchase. The Miller's House Exhibit will be open for self-guided tours at 7:30 p.m. and will close at the start of the film. The film will start at sunset - 8:30 p.m.

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