Wednesday, August 07, 2013

Great Smoky Mountains Virtual Tour of Mingus Mill. Built in 1886

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A half-mile north of the Oconaluftee Visitor Center is Mingus Mill. Built in 1886, this historic grist mill uses a water-powered turbine instead of a water wheel to power all of the machinery in the building. Located at its original site, Mingus Mill stands as a tribute to the test of time. Hours: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM daily mid-March through mid-November. READ MORE

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Reintroduction of elk into Great Smoky Mountains National Park began in 2001 when 25 elk were brought in. Read More

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The intrepid wanderers; Larry,Sara,and Linda….

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jtfJoe Todd says, “I enjoyed my visit to Mingus Mill and give this “stop” four stars out of five.” (If you are a history buff)

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6 comments:

  1. Sallie (FullTime-Life)2:17 PM

    We likedthis place when we toured it in 2010... I always enjoy your remarks -- and beautiful picures -- on places we've been.

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  2. TONY LETTS1:56 PM

    Seems like a lot of trouble when you can pop down the supermarket for a loaf of bread :)

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  3. Unknown2:15 PM

    Beautiful mountain and sky shot!! Boom & Gary of the Vermilon River, Canada.

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  4. Cynthia4:14 PM

    Such a beautiful area of our country. I was lucky enough to live in the Appalachians for 15 years.

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  5. EG CameraGirl4:40 PM

    This sounds so fascinating, the kind of place I would love to visit.

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  6. Betsy Banks Adams10:56 PM

    Been there too, Joe.... We enjoyed seeing it --and learning the history... Great little mill.

    Thanks for your comments on my blog today.
    Hugs,
    Betsy

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