History, Archaeology, & Family Fun!
A local favorite, the Newlin Grist Mill Fall Festival features a wide variety of historic skills and trades demonstrations, archaeological excavations and activities, displays from local historical organizations, hayrides, and hands-on activities for kids of all ages! In addition, there will be vendors of handcrafted goods
Help support healthy waterways in the community! Held in partnership with Concord Township, the Race for the Watershed 5K and Duck Derby event is a fundraiser to help raise money for watershed protection projects at Newlin Grist Mill.
The day starts with a 5K trail run. Stick around for the rubber
Join Newlin Grist Mill for their America's 250th Birthday celebrations through special demonstrations, workshops, make-and-takes, and talks on topics related to the trades that built America and the feeding of a revolution. Demonstrations are ongoing throughout the day. Talks are $10/person or free for members.
April 18, 10 am-3 pm
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Help celebrate nature and protect the environment with the Earth Day volunteer event at Newlin Grist Mill. This event will be on Saturday, April 25, 2026 in two sessions - 9:30 am-12:30 pm & 1:30-4:30 pm.
Each year, Newlin brings together diverse volunteers from the community, including individuals, families, scout troops,
Join Newlin as they dig into history with archaeological excavations at Newlin Grist Mill and learn more about the site through the evidence under their feet!
The public is invited to participate (or just watch) as Newlin Grist Mill’s professional archaeologist, Keith Doms, and a dedicated corps of archaeology volunteers seek
Help Newlin make the park a better place for wildlife and people. The Habitat Stewards group meets once a month to work on outdoor tasks related to habitat restoration and species conservation. Projects vary by month, but include things like invasive plant removal, tree planting, garden maintenance, trail cleanup, and
Newlin Grist Mill and Wild Birds Unlimited (Glen Mills) have teamed up to explore the wonderful world of bird life! Join them for monthly naturalist-led walks through the 160-acre park at Newlin Grist Mill.
Visitors will meet year-round residents, visit exciting migrants, and learn the basics of bird identification and biology.
2026
Join a guided tours of the 1704 Grist Mill on Sat. & Sun. at 10 am, 11 am, 1 pm & 2 pm. While the Mill is not currently operational, visitors on guided tours will get a rare opportunity to see the process of building a new waterwheel and waterbox.
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