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Graue Mill and Museum

3800 S. York Road, Oak Brook, IL 60523

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Graue Mill and Museum, an operating waterwheel grist mill and homestead.

Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the Mill is the only operating waterwheel gristmill and one of three authenticated underground railroad stations in Illinois.

Dedicated to maintaining a bridge between past and present generations in the belief that understanding our history is vital to our future. The Museum provides programs -- for school children and others -- that include milling, spinning and weaving and living history presentations, as well as artifacts which illustrate the way of life of area residents between 1850 and 1890 and the impact mills such as Graue Mill had on our culture.

What's happening nearby...

Oakbrook Center Presents "Los Trompos Experience"

Oakbrook Center •  Apr 26 – Jun 02

Jump in and take a spin! As the Spanish translation to "the spinning tops,” Los Trompos takes inspiration from the fondly remembered children’s game and takes…

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Oak Brook Artisan Market

Oakbrook Center •  Jun 07 – Jun 08 @ 10AM

This market showcases the Midwest’s finest artisans in fashion, food, home, and art.

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