Omaha, NE
The Florence Mill in Omaha Nebraska has been making history since 1846, when John Smith and his followers constructed the mill in their first year at Winter Quarters. It operated as a mill almost continuously, until 1989. In 1998, Linda and John Meigs began restoration of the structure, and it has since operated as a museum and art gallery.
Big Muddy Workshop developed an interpretive master plan for the mill. The plan outlines strategies for increasing visitation, enhancing interpretation and collection displays, and increasing the profile of the Mill within the community. Several facets of the plan have been implemented, including a summertime farmers market, which has significantly increased visitation.
