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WAKE, NC · FRIDAY, JUNE 26, 2026 · PARKS & REC

Mill History Tour - June 26 at 2:30 p.m.

Discover Historic Yates Mill - a place of business, community, and exciting local history!

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The entrance arch of a North Carolina state park, woodcut illustration

Fig. 01 — Historic Yates Mill County Park

About the event

Discover Historic Yates Mill - a place of business, community, and exciting local history! Join a historic interpreter at the visitor center for a guided walk to the mill, then explore the inner workings of the mill itself during this guided tour. 10 spaces are available online for pre-registration, while an additional 10 spaces are available for drop-in registration in the visitor center on the day of the tour. Most appropriate for ages 7 & up. FREE. Tickets are available inside the park's visitor center. Even if you preregister online, you will need to check in at the park center reception desk to get your ticket(s).

Schedule: Jun 26, 2026 Friday from 2:30pm to 3:30pm

Duration: 1 hour

Ages: All ages,

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