Discover the world of the pioneer during your upcoming Plymouth car rental vacation with a visit the Jenney Grist Mill historic site in Massachusetts. The Jenney Grist Mill is a historic presentation chronicling the life of John Jenney, a pilgrim who journeyed to Plymouth in search of prosperity and privilege. After much hard-work and perseverance, John Jenney built the original grist mill, a machine that ground corn into flour. If you're headed to Plymouth for its rich history, this is one attraction you don't want to miss! Visit the Jenney Grist Mill today and enjoy an educational look at Plymouth's past.

So what exactly is a grist mill?

At a traditional grist mill, like this one in Plymouth, water is diverted from a river into a huge water wheel. This wheel is located along a small channel, known as a sluiceway. As the water wheel spins, large wooden gears inside the mill rotate, grinding two stones in the upper level of the mill. These stones weigh about 2500 pounds each and are about 54 inches wide. When grinding, the runner stone can turn as fast as one revolution per second, grounding up to one ton of corn per day. Plymouth car rental travelers are encouraged to watch this process in action during their visit, but be careful - sometime the wheel spins so fast, the entire building shakes! Once the mill has completed its grinding for the day, Plymouth car rental travelers will be rewarded with organic corn meal. This unique souvenir is available for purchase at the Jenney Grist Mill gift shop.

Embark on a tour back in time

Plymouth car rental travelers are encouraged to participate in a guided tour of the Jenney Grist Mill during their upcoming VERC vacation. This 30-minute inquiry into the past educates travelers on the hardships of a pilgrim's life, as well as the small victories. You'll hear the story of John and Sarah Jenney - how they braved the odds and built something from virtually nothing. Plus, you'll also get to witness the big grinding mill in action, as well as browse the charming onsite gift shop. If you have time, VERC Plymouth Car Rental recommends taking part in the 60-minute walking tour of the mill as well. This hike will take you along the same path the pilgrims used some 300 years ago. The tour includes a look at the Brewster Gardens, Leyden Street and the Town Square. Plymouth car rental travelers will walk by the burial site of the first pilgrims, as well as past the site of the first church ever built in Plymouth.

Plan your visit to the Grist Mill

Plymouth car rental travelers will enjoy a full day of fun at the Jenney Grist Mill. Tours begin at 9am and 5pm daily. Please note that reservations are necessary. Plymouth car rental travelers have the option of doubling their fun when they visit the grist mill by choosing to buy a combo ticket to the Plymouth Plantation & the Mayflower II at the Jenney Grist Mill. With this purchase, you'll also be admitted to The History of Plymouth's Jenney Grist Mill - A Live Presentation tour free of charge. These combo tickets are just $28 for adults and $18 for children. Tickets must be purchased at the Jenney Grist Mill for the offer to be valid.
To learn more about the historic Jenney Grist Mill, please contact mill guest services at 508-747-4544. Plymouth car rental travelers will find the Jenney Grist Mill at 6 Spring Lane, in Plymouth Massachusetts. More information is posted on the official Jenney Grist Mill website at www.jenneygristmill.com.