Starting in the in the 17th-century, grist mills were a major part of early American settlements. They were used to grind corn, wheat, and other grains into flour and meal. While it is a rarity to find working grist mills in Georgia today, there are still a few that still exist in and around Helen, […]
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Why the Nora Mill Granary is One of the Best Shops in Town
Shopping in Helen, GA is not a typical trip to the mall. In fact, most of the shops you’ll find in Helen are unique to our Bavarian village, meaning you’ll find products you won’t get anywhere else. One of the most popular shops in town is the Nora Mill Granary and General Store. This granary […]
3 Reasons You’ll Love to Shop at the Old Sautee Store
One of the many things we love about the Helen, GA area is its abundance of unique and traditional country stores. You will rarely find the traditional mall stores in our beloved mountains! One local shop we most highly recommend to our guests is the Old Sautee Store in nearby Sautee Nacoochee, GA. This historic […]
What Are Grist Mills? What You Need to Know Right Now
Since the 17th century, grist mills have been used to grind corn, wheat, and other grains into flour or meal. The first North American grist mill was built in Jamestown in 1621. The trend quickly spread throughout the eastern mountains over the next couple centuries. The operation of grist mills became a major part of […]