In the Garden - Making Spring Treats
(4-10 years) Harvest herbs from the garden to make teas and other treats.
Colvin Run Mill LocationEngineering 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.
Colvin Run Mill LocationSpirited 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.
Colvin Run Mill LocationScience 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.
Colvin Run Mill LocationMovie 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.
Colvin Run Mill Location