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Helpful History in the Falls City Cotton Mill
Rock Island State Park
82 Beach Road, Rock Island, TN 38581 (opens in new tab)Event Details
Join Seasonal Interpretive Ranger Aubrey to explore the history of the Great Falls Cotton Mill. Participants can drop in from 10a-11a to view the inside of one of Rock Island’s unique features! The Falls City Cotton Mill made a huge impact on the landscape that would one day become Rock Island State Park. Parking can be found in the Great Falls parking lot that provides access to the Mill and to the Caney Creek River Gorge. Participants are encouraged to understand that the building has not been modernized and does not have a system for heating or cooling. Please dress comfortably. The building is unfortunately not ADA accessible at this time. We recommend that you wear sturdy shoes and bring plenty of water. In the event of inclement weather, this event may be cancelled.
- Event Host
- Aubrey Michaels
- aubrey.michaels@tn.gov
- Price
- FREE
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1-888-867-2757Discover the rugged beauty of Rock Island State Park, encompassing over 2,000 acres at the headwaters of Center Hill Lake. This park is a natural wonderland where the Caney Fork River, the Collins River, and the Rocky River converge, creating stunning waterfalls and geological features. Visitors can explore scenic overlooks, hike along the Caney Fork River gorge, and discover the rich history of the area.
