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 Winter Hours
Monday – Friday: 9am to 2pm
Saturday – Sunday: 8am to 2pm
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 28, 2025!
Gates Open . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5pm
7 Nights a Week . . . . . . . . . . . 6pm to 9pm
Dec. 24th & 25th . . . . . . . . . . . 6pm to 8pm
✨ A big thank you to Living Dayton for letting us visit again this year and share all the exciting new things at the 38th season of the Legendary Lights of Clifton Mill — along with all of your favorites from years past! 🎄 This season, we’re shining brighter than ever with: 🌟 Our new Tree of Light 🎠 Additions to the miniature village 💡 Hitting 5 million lights this year! Plus, we have special VIP Nights coming up — make sure to keep an eye on our Facebook page for all the details on upcoming events this season. Thank you again, Living Dayton, for letting us showcase the magic of this year’s season! ❤️ https://www.facebook.com/share/p/17Qoy7zUmL/ #LegendaryLights #CliftonMill #LivingDayton #HolidayMagic #5MillionLights
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.