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War Eagle Mill - Arkansas
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| War Eagle Mill - Arkansas One of the most picturesque historic sites in the South, War Eagle Mill overlooks the falling waters of the War Eagle River. |
A fascinating and nostalgic historic site nestled in the rolling Ozark
hills of Northwest Arkansas, War Eagle Mill is one of the most
picturesque places in the Natural State.
The site on War Eagle River has been an important center of activity
since the 1830s. Sylvanus Blackburn, an early settler and miller,
built the first War Eagle Mill two decades before the Civil War. It was
washed away by a flood in 1848, but was soon replaced by a
second structure.
The second War Eagle Mill was used to grind grain to feed the
soldiers of both the Union and Confederate armies during the early
years of the Civil War. Following his devastating defeat at the Battle
of Pea Ridge (Elkhorn Tavern), Arkansas, General Earl Van Dorn
marched a portion of his retreating army past the mill in 1862.
War Eagle Mill was burned during the Civil War and not replaced
until 1873. Brutal economic conditions in the South prohibited the
rebuilding project for nearly a decade, but as Northwest Arkansas
rebounded from the devastation of the Civil War, so did War Eagle.
The third mill continued to grind grain for area residents into the 20th
century and was a focal point of the local community.
Today's War Eagle Mill is a modern reproduction of the third
structure, which no longer stand. Although it is a 20th Century
construction, the mill provides a fascinating opportunity to see an
authentic water powered gristmill in operation. In addition, it is set
on the banks of War Eagle River in one of the most beautiful natural
settings in Arkansas.
When it was completed in 1973, War Eagle Mill was the first new
gristmill built in Arkansas in nearly one century.
Three stories tall, the mill offers a variety of exhibits as well as
unique shopping and dining experiences. Visitors can see the mill
in operation, buy wholesome natural whole grain products
manufactured here and even enjoy lunch or breakfast in the Bean
Palace Restaurant on the third floor. Products from the mill are also
available for order online, just click here to visit their online store.
Adjacent to the mill is the historic War Eagle Bridge, one of the most
historic and charming spans in Arkansas. Visitors can walk along
the wooden flooring of the bridge and experience scenic views of the
mill, pond and river.
The scenic War Eagle Mill grounds are also the location for one of
the most popular arts and crafts fairs in the South. For more
information on the dates and times for the next War Eagle Mill Arts
and Craft Fair, just follow this link.
The fair features one of the largest varieties of authentic early arts
and crafts to be found anywhere in America and is attended by
visitors from all over the country.
War Eagle Mill and Bridge are located only 12 miles from Rogers,
Arkansas and the heart of the booming Northwest Arkansas
commercial center. It is 25 miles southwest of Eureka Springs, but
well worth the short drive. The mill is open to the public seven days a
week for most of the year, but on weekends only in January and
February.
hills of Northwest Arkansas, War Eagle Mill is one of the most
picturesque places in the Natural State.
The site on War Eagle River has been an important center of activity
since the 1830s. Sylvanus Blackburn, an early settler and miller,
built the first War Eagle Mill two decades before the Civil War. It was
washed away by a flood in 1848, but was soon replaced by a
second structure.
The second War Eagle Mill was used to grind grain to feed the
soldiers of both the Union and Confederate armies during the early
years of the Civil War. Following his devastating defeat at the Battle
of Pea Ridge (Elkhorn Tavern), Arkansas, General Earl Van Dorn
marched a portion of his retreating army past the mill in 1862.
War Eagle Mill was burned during the Civil War and not replaced
until 1873. Brutal economic conditions in the South prohibited the
rebuilding project for nearly a decade, but as Northwest Arkansas
rebounded from the devastation of the Civil War, so did War Eagle.
The third mill continued to grind grain for area residents into the 20th
century and was a focal point of the local community.
Today's War Eagle Mill is a modern reproduction of the third
structure, which no longer stand. Although it is a 20th Century
construction, the mill provides a fascinating opportunity to see an
authentic water powered gristmill in operation. In addition, it is set
on the banks of War Eagle River in one of the most beautiful natural
settings in Arkansas.
When it was completed in 1973, War Eagle Mill was the first new
gristmill built in Arkansas in nearly one century.
Three stories tall, the mill offers a variety of exhibits as well as
unique shopping and dining experiences. Visitors can see the mill
in operation, buy wholesome natural whole grain products
manufactured here and even enjoy lunch or breakfast in the Bean
Palace Restaurant on the third floor. Products from the mill are also
available for order online, just click here to visit their online store.
Adjacent to the mill is the historic War Eagle Bridge, one of the most
historic and charming spans in Arkansas. Visitors can walk along
the wooden flooring of the bridge and experience scenic views of the
mill, pond and river.
The scenic War Eagle Mill grounds are also the location for one of
the most popular arts and crafts fairs in the South. For more
information on the dates and times for the next War Eagle Mill Arts
and Craft Fair, just follow this link.
The fair features one of the largest varieties of authentic early arts
and crafts to be found anywhere in America and is attended by
visitors from all over the country.
War Eagle Mill and Bridge are located only 12 miles from Rogers,
Arkansas and the heart of the booming Northwest Arkansas
commercial center. It is 25 miles southwest of Eureka Springs, but
well worth the short drive. The mill is open to the public seven days a
week for most of the year, but on weekends only in January and
February.
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| An Authentic Gristmill The millstones of War Eagle Mill still turn today, creating a wide variety of wholesome products. All are available for purchase. |
| The View from across the War Eagle Historic War Eagle Bridge leads across the river to the mill and is one of the most scenic historic attractions in Arkansas. |
