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
🎶 Something for Everyone at the Clifton Gorge Music & Arts Festival! 🎨 Join us Friday, August 28th & Saturday, August 29th in historic Clifton, Ohio for a weekend packed with music, art, food, fun and community! Whether you love Rock, Country, Bluegrass, Swing, Folkadelic or Barbershop Quartets, there’s a little something waiting for you! 🎸🎻🎤 Bring your family and friends and spend the weekend enjoying the sights, sounds and small-town charm of Clifton! 📅 August 28th & 29th 📍 Historic Clifton, Ohio https://villageofclifton.com/festival-information/festival-schedule/?fbclid=IwVERDUATwbgFwZG9mBWV4dG4DYWVtAjEwAHNydGMGYXBwX2lkDDM1MDY4NTUzMTcyOAABHgCIeAHxaTX_pZc6vSxuTUfLCHK471BIeiG7r4LOUX5M0plKrVMT5to7URTO_aem_QOuyAqqBQUV51l74R2d2hA
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.