The Mighty Mills

at Bennett Spring State Park

9/12/2026 | Bennett Spring State Park | Lebanon, Mo.

From the mid-1800s until the turn of the century, a series of mills sprung up in what is now Bennett Spring State Park. How many mills were there during this period? How did they work? Join us for this free program to find out.

"The Mighty Mills" will be presented three times throughout the year: on May 9, July 18 and Sept. 12. Each session will take place in the nature center from 2-2:30 p.m. There is no need to register, and all are welcome to attend.

For more information, call the nature center at 417-532-3925.

Program times:

  • Start: 2 p.m.
  • End: 2:30 p.m.

Bennett Spring State Park contact information:

  • Park address: 26250 Highway 64A, Lebanon, Mo.
  • Nature center phone number (program information): 417-532-3925
  • Park office phone number (general park information): 417-532-4338