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Built in 1849 by Gabriel Baer, Bear's Mill is one of the few operating water-powered mills in Ohio today. The site of the present mill, as well as the water rights were granted to Major George Adams through a Presidential Deed by President James Monroe in 1824.

Placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1977, Bear's Mill uses water from the creek which provides power that turns the underwater turbines which power the milling machinery to grind many types of meal and flour.

Not only is the Mill significant but the land and water around it is important, too. Because of the abundance of wildlife and the uniqueness of its ecosystem, the Mill property is considered a wildlife sanctuary. Huge trees line the banks of the Greenville Creek and the mill race. The forest floor is carpeted with wildflowers in the spring and summer. Wild plants and wild animals are attracted to the flowing waters.

Visitors are encouraged to tour the mill and the beautiful natural area surrounding it, as well as the distinctive gift shop.

Attractions and Upcoming Events

KitchenAid Stand Mixer Factory Tour

Visit the KitchenAid Stand Mixer Factory Tour in Greenville, Ohio. Every KitchenAid(R)

Greenville, OH Tours

Broadway Joes Coffeehouse & Bakery

Just the right ambiance. Just the right flavor. Just the right location. Broadway Joes Coffeehouse & Bakery.

Stop by The Palace in Historic Downtown Greenville and you'll find Broadway Joes Coffeehouse &

Greenville, OH Other Attractions

Darke County Visitors Bureau

Darke County is conveniently located 20 miles North of I-70 and 25 miles West of I-75. Come and Discover a 157-year-old grist mill, a family winery in the middle of a corn field, the KitchenAid Experience / Factory tour, world-famous chocolatier, agritourism and fabulous European cuisine!

Greenville, OH Businesses


Greenville Country Club

Course Access: Private
Holes: 18
Reserve Advance Tee Times: 30

Greenville, OH Golf Courses

Things to do near Greenville, OH

Windy Knoll Golf Club

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Taft Museum of Art

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Butler County Courthouse

One of the county?s foremost active landmarks, this grand, four-story structure is an outstanding example of Second Empire...

Keepin It Country Farm

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Kings Island Resort & Conference Center

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