November 07, 2026
Millpond Miasma: A Public Health History of Gristmills
Historic Yates Mill County Park
4620 Lake Wheeler Road Raleigh, NC 27603
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Did you know people once thought the bad air around millponds caused diseases? Or that eating too much cornbread could kill you? Join a park historian to learn about the weird and fascinating medical history of mills and millponds in North Carolina, and to discover some connections to our very own Yates Mill. Best for ages 7 and up; registration required. FREE.

Age Category

All

Location

Historic Yates Mill County Park

Instructor

DeLayne Jolly

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