The Union Mills Homestead — Attraction in Maryland

Due to the bridge being unfinished, they made those who have disabilities walk up a hill and a narrow path around a house to get their ticket. The path was a foot path, not even a paved one and very narrow as it went around the edge of the building. Difficult for those with walkers and other devices. Other accommodations should have been made for the disabled. Then those delivering corn this year dropped 1-3 ears per table for 6 people. It took forever to get them to bring more. Not sure what changed from the past 15 years, but it was not a...

Incredible history in the family and it's positive contribution to the beginnings of our country. The working mill is a beautiful site. I bought different kinds of flour and cornmeal and have enjoyed the Shriver Homestead recipes very much. A National Treasure. Truly. They had a very tough year with the extensive rainfall this year and had to cancel 2 main fundraisers. If you are in the area when they are open, stop by and ENJOY the history. Lots of info on...

A beautiful preserved six-generation homestead and a working grist (corn flour) mill with a water wheel and millstones. The person that gave the tour of the mill actually helped restore it back to working conditions and knows how everything runs. The tour guides for the house were lovely and extremely knowledgeable. It was surprising how cozy and welcoming that house felt. Many family diaries are available to read and decorations are preserved....