Across the Creek

Here is a look at the back of Kenan's Mill. The 1860's gristmill 

sits above Valley Creek, and this view is from the bank

 by the swinging bridge near the charcoal kiln. 

The mill operated until the 1970s, then was restored 

years later and is operated by the Selma-Dallas County

 Historic Preservation Society. Cornmeal was ground here

 during the recent Selma Pilgrimage. 

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Watching the Waterfall

My three-year-old grandson was fascinated by the waterfall at Kenan's Mill.

 Recent rains power-pushed Valley Creek over the spillway,

 creating a great roar as the water headed toward the Alabama River. 

 The 1860's working gristmill was open during Selma's Historic Pilgrimage, and

visitors could purchase fresh cornmeal and tour the rest of the park.

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Elegance at Kenan's Mill

Wow! Kenan's Mill has never been so elegant!

The historic 1860's gristmill and its grounds were the setting Saturday for a wedding reception. Chandeliers sparkled from tree limbs. Tables were decked with white linens, and a Motown band from Tuskegee provided music from the bandstand.

Plus, the weather cooperated! After a week of high humidity and intermittent storms, Selma awoke to a cool nip in the air and a northwest breeze. It couldn't have been more perfect!

You can see the mill in the left background and the bandstand in the right background.

Click on the photo for a larger view.