JEFFERSON CITY, MO – In 1926, Montauk State Park was formally established as a state park. To celebrate this milestone, the park will host several special events throughout the season.
Kicking things off will be the annual Old Mill Days on Friday, May 8, and Saturday, May 9. This celebration features guided and self-guided history tours, as well as games and other activities. Presenters will demonstrate historical skills such as blacksmithing, archery, Dutch oven cooking, weaving, rope making, wood carving, beekeeping and more. There will also be an arts and crafts fair showcasing the finest products that local artisans have to offer, including homemade pottery, jewelry and clothing. All activities will take place around the old Montauk Mill.
Admission is free and open to the public, and there is no need to register. Stop by to learn a new skill, immerse yourself in local history and support small businesses.
Montauk State Park is located at 345 County Road 6670 in Salem. For questions, please contact 573-548-2201.
For more information on Missouri state parks and historic sites, visit mostateparks.com. Missouri’s Division of State Parks is a division of the Missouri Department of Natural Resources.