Old Mill, Tennesse

The Pigeon Forge Mill, a.k.a. the Old Mill, is a historic American mill worth visiting any time of year. Snuggled into the banks of the west fork of the Little Pigeon River, this historic American mill has been circling since 1830.

Located just off the Parkway, it’s popular with locals and tourists alike. It dates back to the beginning of the 19th century and is one of the oldest operating grist mills in the US. It has a rich history and is essential to East Tennessee’s heritage.

It was built by businessman Isaac Love, an essential figure in the history of this area. He made the iron forge, which gave the city its name in 1817, on the same industrial complex where he built the mill 13 years later.

Under Love’s vision, the mill was originally used to grind grain. Local farmers would bring oats, wheat, and corn to the mill to make flour. In 1849, Love sold the mill to John Sevier Trotter, and from there, its objective changed.

Nowadays, the Old Mill is home to shops and restaurants. But its rich history gives a certain unforgettable ambiance to this Smoky Mountain city.