Historic Mill Open House (Mabry Mill - Milepost 176.2)

Park Event · Blue Ridge Parkway · Sep 4, 2026 · 10:30 AM–4:00 PM

Take a stroll back in time at the historic Mabry Mill, a beloved Blue Ridge icon. Built by Ed Mabry with help from the local community in the early 1900s, this humble mill once bustled with the sounds of a working mountain hub. A sawmill, gristmill, and woodworking shop powered daily life here, serving neighbors scattered across the rugged landscape.

Today, the tradition of craftsmanship and community continues. Park employees will have the mill doors open for you, ready to welcome visitors inside to explore the machinery, hear the stories, and experience the lives shaped by this remarkable place.

Source: National Park Service (public domain).