This past weekend,
we ventured to a place we'd heard about,
but hadn't yet gotten around to visiting.
We were lured by the promise of a farmers' market,
but were a bit disappointed when we found only a few vendors.
Nonetheless, it was a chance to get out and about.
Murray's Mill is situated in Catawba, NC,
and hosts several historic structures.
The mill itself was built in 1913 by John Murray,
who was the son of the original miller in the area.
The mill is open for tours most days.
For days and times of availability,
call (828) 241-4299.
Located near the mill were walking trails,
bordered by a perpetual running stream.
The moving water was such a relaxing sound.
The Murray and Minges General Store across the street from the mill
was worth a look see.
There's nothing I love more than an old school screen door.
The store hales from the 1890's
and makes visitors feel like they've stepped back in time.
When was the last time
you saw a soda dispenser like this one?
The beautiful wood floors add to the experience by creaking ever so slightly
as you make your way around the mercantile.
All sorts of old fashioned candies, local jams and honey,
as well as gifts galore can be found on these shelves.
In another section of the store is the soda fountain,
where many a sweet treat surely was shared.
I'm glad we took the time to discover another local treasure.
You can learn more about Murray's Mill on their website,
found here.
