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
✨ 50 DAYS! ✨ The countdown is officially on! Just 50 days until Opening Night of the 2026 Legendary Lights of Clifton Mill! 🎄💫 We can’t wait to share another season of magic, tradition, and millions of twinkling lights with you. 🎅❤️ ✨️ Opening Night: Friday, November 27, 2026! ✨️ We’ll be sharing sneak peeks, behind-the-scenes moments and updates as we get closer, so stay tuned! 🛠✨ And tag a friend you want to experience the magic with! 👇 https://cliftonmill.com/christmas-lights/ #LegendaryLights #CliftonMill #50Days #ChristmasInOhio
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.