The Old Mill of Guilford, located on Highway 68 near Oak Ridge, has been a Greensboro institution since 1764. The mill is often photographed from the outside, but not so often on the inside. Above, we see current owner Alice Klug who has owned the mill since 2008.* The photo was taken on the last day they were open before Christmas. Alice was working tirelessly to take phone orders and help people shopping in the store. Additionally, the Old Mill has a web presence where orders can be placed online. From buckwheat flour to grits to sweet potato muffin mix, the store has many delicious options.
When the previous owners, the Parnells, died in 2007, the community was concerned that the mill might not continue to operate. However, Annie Laura Perdue became the miller and the Klugs stepped forward to purchase the mill. Additionally, community members volunteer there. Characteristic of the south's great love of tradition and history, Greensboro is happy to see this 240-year-old mill still going strong. As for The Klugs and Ms. Perdue, likely they realize they are just keepers of this great place. It is obvious they pour their time, effort and hearts into seeing that this great place is around for the next generation... and the next. It is worth visiting, if you haven't yet made the trip.
* history, here.
It reminds me of a mill here in the city, still making flour and baked goods.
Posted by: William Kendall | Friday, January 23, 2015 at 04:17 PM
Love the display in this intriguing old place. All those lovely wood shelves.
Posted by: Gemma Wiseman | Friday, January 23, 2015 at 09:39 PM
How fascinating that it's still a working mill!
Posted by: EG CameraGirl | Friday, January 23, 2015 at 11:24 PM