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Nankin Mills

The Nankin Mills Interpretive Center is part of the historic grist mill located in the heart of Hines Park. The center has three floors of public displays highlighting; Native American history, water-powered settlements and Underground Railroad history along the Rouge River, as well as Henry Ford's use of the mill for one of his Village Industry manufacturing sites. Nankin Mills is home to many live animal exhibits and interpretive programs that highlight the natural and cultural history of the area.


The center is now home to improved classroom technologies, added interactive displays, and enhanced animal habitats. Nankin Mills also serves as the administrative offices for Wayne County Parks.

There is no admission fee for an individual to visit the Interpretive Center. Guided tours are available to groups for a fee. To schedule a tour, register for a program or for more information, please call (734) 261-1990.

The Nankin Mills Interpretive Center is located at 33175 Ann Arbor Trail in Westland. The building is located on Ann Arbor Trail, just east of Farmington Road. Parking is available in parking lots along Hines Drive and Ann Arbor Trail.

Hours of Operation
*The Nankin Mills Interpretive Center is open to visitors Monday - Friday from 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM.

PROGRAMS & RESOURCES

Interpretive Videos
Check out the series of short interpretive videos on a variety of topics!

Cider Making
Why Leaves Change Color
Fall Hike - Part 1 Fall Hike - Part 2
Animals of the Mill Race
Mill Race - Part 1 Mill Race - Part 2
Village Industries

Turtles

To sign up for a variety of interpretive programs at Nankin Mills Interpretive Center or Crosswinds Marsh, click HERE for on-line registration!

Family Interpretive Programs
Nankin Mills Interpretive Center offers a variety of programs designed for the entire family to enjoy together.

Scout Programs
Nankin Mills Interpretive Center offers programs for Boy Scout, Cub Scouts and Girl Scouts featuring educational and hands-on activities designed to meet all requirements needed for scouts to earn their badges.

Home School and Youth Group Program Topics
Nankin Mills Interpretive Center is pleased to offer a wide variety of topics for home school or other youth groups to attend with their adult caregivers. Program dates are not prescheduled. Call to schedule a program topic for your group. There is a minimum fee of $75 to schedule a program.

School and Youth Group Field Trip and Outreach Program Topics
Nankin Mills Interpretive Center offers many educational programs specially designed to complement school curriculums and feature hands-on activities, hikes, games or crafts to enhance the learning experience. Programs are offered as Field Trips to the Center and some of the topics can be presented at your site as an Outreach Program. These programs are also available during the summer for other youth groups. Call to schedule a program for your students. There is a minimum $75 fee to schedule a program.

Adult Nature and History Presentation Topics for adult groups at Nankin Mills or your site
Nankin Mills Interpretive Center offers a variety of topics for indoor program presentations featuring the local nature and history in our area. Programs are designed for adult groups. Call (734) 261-1990 to schedule a program for your group. There is a $75 minimum fee to schedule a presentation.