Reconstructed four-story 1847 grist mill in Franklin Creek State Natural Area. Features a working waterwheel, milling equipment, native tree panels, fossils, and interpretive trail. Wheelchair accessible, open seasonally April 1–Oct 31. Suggested donation $5.

AttractionLee County
Franklin Creek Grist Mill & Interpretive Center
Franklin Grove, Illinois
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