Dine, shop, and learn at the
Historic Clifton Mill
1802
See one of the largest water-powered mills still in operation, sit down to a home-cooked meal, stroll the grounds, and visit our shop for gifts and pancake mixes to enjoy at home!
Visit the Mill
Restaurant and Gift Shop
Spring & Summer Hours
Monday – Friday: 9am to 3pm
Saturday – Sunday: 8am to 4pm
Historic Clifton Mill is the perfect place for your next outing or special event. The historical charm of the old mill plus the spectacular views of nature make Historic Clifton Mill a unique place for any type of gathering.
Legendary Lights of Clifton Mill
The lights will resume November 27, 2026!
Gates Open . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5pm
7 Nights a Week . . . . . . . . . . . 6pm to 9pm
Dec. 24th & 25th . . . . . . . . . . . 6pm to 8pm
✨️🎶 The Clifton Gorge Music & Arts Festival kicks off this Friday in historic Clifton! 🎨✨️ Come spend the weekend with us for great music, food trucks, local vendors, a cruise-in, kids activities, the beer tent, fire dancers and plenty of small-town fun! It’s one of those weekends you don’t want to miss — grab your friends and come hang out in Clifton! 🍻🎸 📅 Friday & Saturday, August 28 & 29 📍 Historic Clifton, Ohio 🚗 Need parking? There’s additional parking right here at Historic Clifton Mill! See you in Clifton! 🎶 https://facebook.com/events/s/clifton-music-and-arts-festiva/1774417533552679/
See what’s on our menu and get our hours for great food with a great view!
We offer more than just history, see what we have to take home!
Get all the details on how a 19th century water-powered mill works.